Category: Employment

This category is for spotlighting certain MSU job postings and for employment news.

Job of the Week: Executive Assistant at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts

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This week’s featured job is an Executive Assistant position at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts (job posting 925710). The Wharton Center offers the best in Broadway, performing arts, theatre, and live events in Michigan.

In this position, you will assist the Executive Director and senior management within the Wharton Center. A combination of organizational skills, discretion, and effective communication to ensure the smooth functioning of the executive’s office is required. This includes maintaining the Executive Director’s calendar/schedule, organizing and preparing for meetings (including gathering documents and logistics of meetings), and attending meetings and recording notes as needed. You will also support the Wharton Center Advisory Council and DEI Committee.

You will manage communication on behalf of the Executive Director and perform office management tasks, including maintaining records and ordering supplies. You will serve as organization contact for university travel and assist with travel reimbursements. The work location for this position is in East Lansing in the Wharton Center offices with the opportunity for a 20% remote schedule, based on scheduled events. 

You should have knowledge normally acquired through a high school education, however, a bachelor’s degree is desired. Five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive university work experience in maintaining account ledgers, word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software is required. This position requires excellent computer skills, including a high degree of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 

To learn more, visit the Wharton Center website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter to the MSU Careers website by February 6, 2024.

Job of the Week: HR Assistant Director of Benefits

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This week’s featured job is for a Human Resources Assistant Director to join our Benefits Team in MSU Human Resources (job posting 923638). Here in MSU Human Resources (HR), we work to provide strategic human resources expertise, counsel, support, and services for the MSU community. 

In this position, you will work under the direction of the Director of Benefits to administer multiple benefit programs from the point of vendor selection to implementation and address any service issues that may arise. You will also work with the Director to sustain, promote, and grow benefit programs in support of the strategic plan including data analysis, compliance-related analysis, and identifying the impact on systems.

You will manage multiple programs for HR Benefits. This will involve negotiating with vendors over service and benefits costs and assisting the Director of Benefits in the overall administration of the benefits function, including acting as a proxy for the Director as needed during absences. You will have a broad impact on HR and the university by investigating new benefits programs, improving existing programs, supervising benefits administration, and providing analytical and technical support in the delivery of the benefits programs to the MSU community.

You should have knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Human Resources or a related field. Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible work experience in employee benefits administration is required. Desired qualifications include experience with ERISA and COBRA plans, Medicare and Medicaid coordination, ACA reporting, supervision of a team of managers, and PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM- SCP, and CEBS certification.
To learn more, visit the MSU Human Resources website. To apply for the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to the MSU Careers website by February 6.

Job of the Week: Corporate Executive Chef of Culinary Services

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This week’s featured job is Corporate Executive Chef of Culinary Services for the Division of Student Life and Engagement (job posting 921668). The Division of Student Life and Engagement combines student-facing services and provides transformational and world-class experience for students. 

In this position, you will provide senior leadership to Culinary Services by planning, directing, and implementing activities, services, and programs related to food production. You will also manage daily food production operations within Culinary Services, including Residential Dining, Retail Operations, Kellogg Center Events, and The State Room. 

You will develop food purchasing quality standards while controlling finances and partner with the Assistant Vice President of Culinary Services to lead a vision for a student/guest/community-centered model of quality service for all Culinary Services departments. In this position, you will also develop new recipes and food production flow systems for operations while also administering training programs for a diverse group of staff, including sous chefs, full-time cooks, and food production staff..

You should have knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management. Five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in food service management or production is also recommended. Desired qualifications include American Culinary Federation (ACF) certification, Professional Manager certified, and a valid vehicle operator’s license. 
To learn more, visit the Student Life and Engagement website. To apply for the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to the MSU Careers website by January 23.

Job of the Week: Senior Director of Development

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This week’s featured job is a Senior Director of Development for the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education (job posting 920213). The Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Education (OPUE) exists to assist donors who are interested in supporting students at all levels of education here at MSU. 

In this position, you will serve as the unit’s Chief Development Officer and as a strategic partner to the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education. You will be planning, collaborating and implementing methods of prospect identification, solicitation, and cultivation for successful solicitations of funds.

You will supervise, direct, and motivate staff by promoting excellence and measurable goals. This role will actively mentor and train staff and provide frequent opportunities for professional development. You will also recruit, train, motivate and evaluate volunteers in order to accomplish college goals and objectives.

The Senior Director will also audit internal operations to develop standardized procedures and to ensure conformity with established policy. You will assist in budget preparation and both long and short-term goals and plans to determine required resources.

You should have a Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field. Eight years of successful fundraising experience is also preferred along with demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communications.
To learn more, visit the Office of Philanthropy for Undergraduate Educations website. To apply for the position, please submit your resume and cover letter to the MSU Careers website by January 25.

Employee Discounts to Support Your 2024 Resolutions

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Another new year means new resolutions, and MSU Benefits Plus wants to make those goals and tasks more achievable than ever. Below, you can learn more about these exclusive health, wellness, and other helpful discounts for MSU employees and start your journey to a happy new year today!

To access these discounts and more, login to MSU Benefits Plus today. If you haven’t used MSU Benefits Plus previously, register using your employee email address and set up an account. 

Health & Wellness

  • Noom â€“ Save 30% on a 12-month program. Use code: EBG.
  • Mindfulness.com â€“ Save 50% on a year of Mindfulness. Use code: STRESSFREE.
  • Bowflex â€“ Save up to $300 off the C6 Bike and other great discounts. Use code: EXCLUSIVE.

Travel

Education

  • Spartan Bookstore â€“ Save 10% on new and used books, clothing and more.
  • Rosetta Stone â€“ Get a lifetime subscription with unlimited languages for $149 with no renewal fee (normally $299).

Tech

  • Apple â€“ Get preferred pricing on iPhones, iMacs and more.
  • Dell â€“ Get the best pricing available on all Dell PCs, electronics and accessories.

The HR website also offers other deals you can find on-campus through the MSU Tech Store, MSU Bakers, and the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, among others. You can check out some of those deals through the MSU HR Website. For more information on discounts from MSU Benefits Plus, visit the MSU Benefits Plus website. If you have any questions about the discounts, please contact MSU Benefits Plus via email at msubenefitsplus@corestream.com or by phone at 888-758-7575.

Job of the Week: Outreach Specialist

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This week’s featured job is an outreach and student engagement specialist for Student Success and Retention in the College of Nursing (CON) (posting 904981). The Michigan State University College of Nursing has trained the next generations of nurses since its founding as the Department of Nursing Education in 1950. The CON believes in the power of research, practice, and education to affect lasting change and to improve health outcomes in our communities through recruiting top faculty, staff, and students and continuously staying at the forefront of changes in the profession.

In this position, you will coordinate, implement, and facilitate outreach initiatives and programming to promote student retention and success within the College of Nursing by collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to enhance and assist with advancing the CON’s student success and retention goals.

Your knowledge, skills, and abilities should include one to three years of experience in program development, project management, or recruitment while working with culturally diverse individuals and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. You should be able to provide high-quality customer service, confidently handle multiple priorities simultaneously, and prioritize activities to meet deadlines with limited supervision. You should have a track record of working collaboratively and constructively with people at multiple levels and with diverse perspectives to build consensus across various divisions of a complex organization.

The outreach and student engagement specialist should have a master’s degree in student affairs, education, or social work. Desired qualifications also include teaching experiences with students, evidence of commitment to professional development, and the ability to work effectively as a diverse team member.

To learn more, visit the College of Nursing website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume, cover letter, DEI statement, and a contact list of three professional references to the MSU Careers website.  

Job of the Week: Mechanical Design Engineer

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This week’s featured job is a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Facility of Rare Isotope Beams (job posting 919115). The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) is a scientific user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy where researchers from all career stages come together to make new discoveries. FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. Hosting what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, FRIB enables scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry.

In this position, you will produce and document effective design solutions by creating CAD designs and use 2-D and 3-D models produced by designers and engineers to create detailed drawings (includes the extensive use of GD&T). You will also assist the project leader and subject matter experts in reviewing design layouts, budgets, testing, and project documentation for construction. Your responsibilities will include other duties assigned within the scopes of this job classification. 

Your knowledge, skills, and abilities should include mechanical engineering expertise, communication, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with a team. You should have a general knowledge of CAD and be proficient in Solidworks and ADEPT. 

The Mechanical Design Engineer should have a bachelor’s degree in Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics. Desired qualifications for this role also include one year of experience with CAD/CAE, Solidworks and work experience in fabrication techniques, cryogenic systems, and/or electronics. 

To learn more, visit the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter to the MSU Careers website by January 2.   

Job of the Week: MSU Police Outreach Ambassador

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This week’s featured job is an Outreach Ambassador for the MSU Department of Police and Public Safety (job posting 916438). The Department of Police and Public Safety makes an active effort to maintain an environment where all people on campus feel respected, protected and heard. 

In this position, you will assist in resolving student/non-student conflicts by providing information and coaching while also developing relationships with local landlords/property managers and the MSU community. You will compile and present data and statistical reports to the MSU community along with facilitate educational workshops that promote effective decision-making, good neighboring, risk management, and neighborhood expectations. 

Collaboration with various university departments and stakeholders across campus is key to create a holistic experience for MSU students and assist with crisis management. This position will also require you to develop agendas, set dates, and coordinate speakers for educational tours and programs. The department is looking for someone to provide new and innovative solutions while living the values of the department: honor, integrity, and leadership.

The Outreach Ambassador should have knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired by completing a degree in Social Science, Psychology, or a related field. You should also have one to three years of related work in student affairs programs, program planning, and/or training and development of programs.

To learn more, visit the MSU Department of Police and Public Safety website. To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the MSU Careers website by December 19. 

Job of the Week: Director of Labor and Employee Relations

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This week’s featured job is a Director of Employee and Labor Relations for MSU Human Resources (job posting 914781). MSU Human Resources works to provide strategic human resources expertise, counsel and support services for the MSU Community. 

In this position you will be reporting to the Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer while spearheading employee and labor relations initiatives by introducing, executing, and overseeing practices that fortify positive working relationships between the University and its workforce. You will also offer expert advice on employee and labor-related concerns, queries, and grievances along with serving as the university’s chief negotiator of collective bargaining agreements.

You will lead a team of eight staff and will be expected to continue to develop this group and provide professional growth opportunities. This position requires you to ensure strict adherence to state and federal labor laws during all bargaining activities, liaising closely with the Office of General Counsel when needed and overseeing critical employee relations.

MSU Human Resources is looking for a candidate who possesses a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a related field. You should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret and communicate data to relevant stakeholders and have expert knowledge of and experience with laws and regulations in higher education, including but not limited to FLSA, ADA, EEO, Title IV, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, Clery Act, and FERPA.

To learn more, visit the MSU Human Resources website. To apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter on the MSU Careers website by December 11.  

Job of the Week: Service Desk Analyst

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This week’s featured job is for a Service Desk Analyst for The MSU IT Service Desk (ITSD)(job posting 912038). The ITSD is the single point of contact for the user community for communication, coordination, and support of technology at MSU. ​​​​​​​The ITSD supports all corners of the MSU community, from current students, faculty, and staff to alumni, retirees, guests, and affiliates – over 750,000 active and lifelong Spartans supported on more than 650 different technologies. 

In this position, you will provide first-level support by taking calls, handling the resulting incidents or service requests, and using incident management and request fulfillment processes. You will also provide phone, email, and chat support for a wide array of technical issues along with assisting in remote workstation troubleshooting and classroom support.

This position requires you to be a resident of the State of Michigan and within commutable distance to MSU’s East Lansing Campus. This is a remote-friendly position, and staff will also be required in-person for scheduled shifts. 

The Service Desk Analyst should have knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years of college, technical, vocational, or business school such as an Associate’s degree; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in an enterprise information technology organization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. You should also have strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of technology users. 
To learn more, visit the Technology at MSU website. To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter to the MSU Careers website.