Job of the Week 10/21/16

This week we are highlighting a Police Officer (posting #4270) with the Department of Police and Public Safety.  This position requires the Officer to patrol land governed by MSU Board of Trustees on foot, motorcycle, bicycle or patrol vehicle utilizing State laws and university ordinances; preserve law and order, prevent crime and protect life and property of students, faculty, staff and visitors; affect an arrest, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints in accordance with department-approved tactics; pursue fleeing subjects on foot, bicycle or patrol vehicle in accordance with department policy and procedure; perform investigations and conduct legal searches of subjects to detect potential weapons or illegal contraband; operate an emergency vehicle during both day and night shift hours. Officers must also load, aim, and fire handguns, rifles, and other agency-specific firearms from a variety of positions in training and real life scenarios that justify the use of deadly force while regulating emotions under extreme stress; maintain composure during rapidly evolving situations involving potentially uncooperative subjects; deescalate situations with proper verbal commands and appropriately articulate and act upon situations that require elevating use of force within department policy and procedure; effectively carry out community team policing functions such as: office hours, alcohol awareness programs and other various events to strengthen bond with the community in which we serve; participate in training sessions such as: legal update, defensive tactics, firearms and various other annual training requirements in accordance with Michigan State University.

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Job of the Week 10/14/16

This week we are highlighting an Office Assistant III (posting #4213) with Educational Administration. Representing the Department of Educational Administration and the College of Education at Michigan State University, this position will provide support to graduate programs, grant projects and department faculty. Specific job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: graduate admissions and student progress for the Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education (HALE) Program, including from pre-application to post-graduation; performing a wide variety of departmental support duties for faculty & students, including processing travel authorizations and reimbursements, submitting financial transactions and assisting with departmental events; serving as a liaison with students, faculty, staff, alumni & others; providing support for departmental grants; other duties as assigned to carry out the mission of the Department of Educational Administration, the College of Education, and Michigan State University.

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Job of the Week 10/7/16

This week we are highlighting a Stage Manager with the Performing Arts Facilities and Programs (posting #4169). This position will advance and coordinate technical needs for events scheduled by Wharton Center as assigned by the Senior Production Manager. Additionally, this position will be the backstage point of contact during technical load-ins, performances and load-outs facilitating smooth operations and maintaining schedule of events. Facility stage managers will maintain, repair and preform needed upkeep of the facility and equipment as assigned or, report items and areas in need of service. Work schedule will be variable, including many nights, weekends and holidays. This position must be a pro-active, positive, strong leader; directing staff, and working cohesively with other departments for the unit. Professional demeanor in working with clients, performers and all facility staff is required. This position does require familiarity with computers, and detailed, precise communications with clients, and facility staff. This position may work alongside with on-call IATSE crew members, setting theatrical equipment for events as required by specific events, or schedules.

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Job of the Week 9/30/16

This week we are highlighting a Service Manager I (posting #4115) with IPF Landscape Services. This position will engage in high performance, leading edge practices, which are innovative in their approach to increase stewardship and service excellence. The position engages in daily decision making for the mechanic/shop area of Landscape Services; provides supervision, leadership and safety training of tools and equipment in order to ensure compliance with University, State and Federal rules and regulations; prioritizes and assigns work of the mechanics including but not limited to preventive maintenance and daily repairs; assists in and/or performs the full range of duties of the mechanics in order to facilitate operations; determines suppliers through MSU bidding procedures, processing orders, receiving, issuing, storing and maintaining inventory; and maintains electronic and paper records on materials and equipment. This position also initiates and prepares financial and special reports; researches and recommends the purchase of new and improved tools, parts and equipment; serves as a liaison with employees, vendors and University departments in order to provide expertise in the mechanic shop; assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the mechanic shop and campus snow plan; oversees operations in order to maintain quality control and meet deadlines; coordinates Landscape Services operations with the MSU Police and Parking in order to meet the needs of athletic and special events; oversees snow and ice removal operations on an on-call, 24-hour weekly rotation basis during emergency weather conditions in order to ensure the continuation of University operation, accessibility and safety; and oversees emergency procedures related to the campus grounds in order to ensure the continuation of University operation, accessibility and safety for the students, staff and public.MSU Jobs Icon

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Job of the Week 9/23/16

This week we are highlighting an Operations Supervisor III (posting #4053) with the Breslin Center Residential and Hospitality Services. This position oversees all operations during Breslin Center events and communicates with MSU departments and staff to ensure event success; works closely with MSU Athletics and Wharton Center staff to facilitate successful events in the Breslin Center; assists Breslin Center staff and guests with any issues that may arise during events; and prepares pre- and post-event materials and reports to ensure communication of event details to appropriate staff. This position also assists management with developing policies and procedures for Breslin Center; interviews, hires, trains and supervises Breslin Center part-time and full-time team members; and assists with various projects as assigned.

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Job of the Week 9/16/16

This week we are highlighting a Kitchen Sanitation Worker (posting #3984) with the Residential and Hospitality Services. This position is located in the Gallery and the primary duties are to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, kitchen and serving equipment, and related work areas by utilizing and operating appropriate equipment; to sweep, mop and sanitize floors of kitchen and related work areas according to prescribed standards; and to empty waste baskets, trash cans, boxes and containers. This position may also assist in maintaining food inventories and food preparations.

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Job of the Week 9/2/16

This week we are highlighting a College Records Officer (posting #3950) with the College of Human Medicine. This position coordinates and directs the Enrollment Services unit within the Office of Student Affairs and Services and serves as the College of Human Medicine Student Information System (CHMSIS) Administrator responsible for overseeing the development, implementation and maintenance of the database. This position will also develop and implement policies and procedures,  direct the workflow of the Assistant College Records Officer, serve as a resource for all departments at the college-level and graduate programs and participate in the development of administrative goals, policies and procedures and data resources.

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Job of the Week 8/26/16

This week we are highlighting a Systems Analyst II (posting #3900) with the Controller’s Office. This position will work as part of a team and individually with little supervision. The work involves the planning, analyzes, and design of automated software solutions to support the administrative functions of the Controller’s Office. Working as a project team leader, the position will lead major application development with management throughout the unit and the University at large. Projects include the collection, processing and distribution of accounting and student related data. The position will program complex custom solution using a variety of languages including VB.Net, C#.Net, ASP.Net, Java Script, HTML5, and Microsoft Reporting Services. Development activities will also include the development of user/system documentation, testing design and completion, and post implementation support.

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Job of the Week 8/19/16

This week we are highlighting an Editor III (posting #3859) with the College of Veterinary Medicine. The Editor/Writer works in partnership with the director of Marketing and Communication to further the College of Veterinary Medicine’s marketing and communication goals through writing and editing, and the management of print communication collateral, PR/media material, and College publications, including an annual report and the College’s magazine, Perspectives. A qualified candidate must be an extremely proficient, deadline-oriented writer and editor, must have demonstrated experience with print and digital writing, and must be able to adapt his/her writing style to fit genre and multiple audiences, and must possess proficient research abilities to develop understanding of complex subject matter (medicine, research, and science).

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Job of the Week 8/15/16

This week we are highlighting a Communications Manager I (posting #3825) with International Studies and Programs. The Global Center for Food Systems Innovation Communications Manager will oversee all aspects of the Center’s strategic planning and marketing programs including publications, web site, social media and media relations. This work will include the following tasks: communicate the work and mission of the Center to internal and external stakeholders; collect, write, and advertise the stories of GCFSI; write and edit GCFSI brand building content and promotional materials; compose, create, manage, and maintain electronic and print publications; manage website content for GCFSI and social media for GCFSI; conduct basic day-to-day communications and prepare fliers, postcards, presentations, etc., on an as needed basis; work with the director, staff, faculty, and students in developing marketing strategies for the Center and will coordinate the implementation of this plan; plan, develop, create, produce, edit, and strategize how best to promote GCFSI as a priority project of MSU and USAID.

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