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Job of The Week: Assistant Director of Annual Giving – Telemarketing

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This week, we are featuring a job posting as the Assistant Director of Annual Giving-Telemarketing with the MSU Alumni Office of University Advancement (job posting 1038890). If you are interested in supervising student staff and managers of a student-run telemarketing program, Greenline, and increasing alumni engagement, this may be the role for you.

University Advancement looks to the future with optimism and a growth mindset, and its mission is to advance the Spartan impact. MSU Greenline, one of the largest programs in the Big Ten, is a student-run program that aims to reach 10,000 to 15,000 alumni and friends each shift, resulting in personal contact with over 175,000 alumni each year! In 2024, MSU Greenline secured more than $500,000 from over 6,000 pledges. 

In this position, you will primarily oversee student employees and managers at MSU Greenline and ensure the call center software (VanillaSoft) is working effectively and efficiently. You will develop and maintain comprehensive training, pledge processing procedures, and procedures to handle concerns and questions over the phone. You will also serve as the primary liaison for telemarketing issues regarding vendors, systems, and inquiries from other institutions. Additionally, you will create and monitor student work schedules, meet regularly with student managers, oversee hiring a diverse range of students, and update scripts, acknowledgement letters, and information for student callers. Find a complete list of job responsibilities on the MSU Careers website.

This position requires a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Business, and one to three years of related work in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing, higher education fundraising, or similar. The ability to foster a good working environment, recognize the importance of teamwork, and have excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is desired. 

Learn more about University Advancement and MSU Greenline. To learn more or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a cover letter and resume, and should be submitted by June 3.

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Job of the Week: Human Resources Assistant Director of Benefits

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We are featuring a job posting (#1036466) for an Assistant Director of Benefits to join us at MSU Human Resources (HR)!

Our mission is to provide strategic human resources expertise, counsel, support, and services for the MSU community. MSU’s diverse and talented workforce deserves an outstanding employee experience, which includes a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about MSU benefits on the HR website.

Under the direction of the Director of Benefits, the Assistant Director will administer multiple benefit programs from vendor selection to implementation, addressing any service issues that arise. You will collaborate to sustain, promote, and grow benefit programs supporting the MSU strategic plan.

This position manages multiple programs for HR benefits, including (but not limited to) the following responsibilities:

  • Negotiating with vendors over service and benefits costs.
  • 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.
  • Investigating new benefits programs and improving existing programs.
  • Supervising benefits administration and data management.
  • Providing analytical and technical support in the delivery of benefits programs.

This role is based on the MSU campus in East Lansing, Michigan. HR embraces flexible work options, and this position allows for a hybrid schedule (if desired) with regular onsite work required 2-3 days per week.

Minimum requirements to apply include completing a four-year degree in Human Resources Administration or a related field and three to five years of work experience in benefits administration. Experience with ERISA and COBRA plans, Medicare and Medicaid coordination, ACA reporting, and supervision of a team of managers is desired. The MSU Careers website provides a comprehensive list of job responsibilities and minimum/desired qualifications.  

Learn more about MSU Human Resources or apply for this position with a resume and cover letter by May 13.

Job of The Week: Nurse Clinician I

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This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as a Nurse Clinician I for MSU Health Care  (job posting 1033014). If you are looking to work as a registered nurse with patient care as a top priority, this may be the role for you. 

From joint ventures and partnerships to leveraging expansive clinical research and expert educational strengths for patients, MSU Health Care focuses on providing healing and caring to all. MSU Health Care spans 46 adult and pediatric specialties committed to high-quality patient care. Their missions are to deliver a personalized experience and a safe environment for all, train the next generation of clinicians, ensure equitable access, and offer the highest quality of care. MSU Health Care remains dedicated to providing an exceptional experience and enhancing life. 

In this position, you will evaluate patient status and implement care within the facility. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and are expected to uphold ethical and safe processes while keeping patient care as a top priority. Additionally, you will provide safe, effective, and culturally competent patient care while aligning with organizational policies and procedures. This position requires significant physical effort, involving lifting and maneuvering patients, extensive walking and standing, and visual and hearing acuity to communicate with patients. 

This role requires a degree in Nursing and one to three years of related or progressively more expansive work experience in nursing. This role also requires the possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. Experience in surgery, heart and vascular, or urology practice setting is preferred. 

Learn more about MSU Health Care here. To learn more or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a cover letter, resume, and proof of a valid State of Michigan RN license and should be submitted by April 22.

Job of The Week: Generalist Counselor

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This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting for a generalist Counselor for the College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM) (job posting 1031414). If you are interested in providing direct mental health services to MSUCOM medical students and are passionate about helping others, this may be the role for you.

The MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine’s mission is to provide world-class osteopathic, student-centered graduate and medical education and research to foster community across patient-centered medical care. The Wellness and Counseling Office is committed to supporting MSUCOM medical students throughout their medical school journey by offering various mental health resources and wellness initiatives in a safe and confidential environment.

MSUCOM’s Wellness and Counseling Office is seeking a compassionate and skilled generalist counselor to provide direct mental health services to MSUCOM students. This part-time, on-call position offers a flexible 20-hour work week, 1039 hours in any twelve-month period. You will provide in-person and telehealth counseling support to students within the medical school throughout their education, clinical rotations, and across many different campuses. This role will provide support for a wide range of personal, academic, and professional struggles, including but not limited to stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, burnout, family worries, trauma, grief, and loss. You will implement strategic planning to help students through these individual issues and to enhance their overall health and well-being. 

This position requires maintaining confidential documentation of student sessions and completing case notes in compliance with MSUCOM policies. In addition, you will actively participate in weekly staff meetings and student orientation events, white coat ceremonies, and graduation. You will engage in clinical supervision, professional development opportunities, and other various duties needed to support MSUCOM’s Wellness and Counseling Office’s goals and student support. 

Desired qualifications include completing one or two years of graduate study beyond a bachelor’s degree, such as a Master’s in Social Work or a Licensed Professional Counselor, and one to three years of related experience in a counseling/mental health support setting. It is also recommended to have State certification as a Social Worker, Professional Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMSW, LPC, LMFT). 

Learn more about the College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Wellness and Counseling Office here. To learn more or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your current State of Michigan licensure and should be submitted by May 2.

Job of The Week: Pharmacy Technician I

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This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting for a Pharmacy Technician I for MSU Health Care Clinical Services (job posting 983065). If you are interested in assisting pharmacists in various tasks, this may be the position for you.

From joint ventures and partnerships to leveraging expansive clinical research and expert educational strengths for patients, MSU Health Care focuses on providing healing and caring to all. MSU Health Care spans 46 adult and pediatric specialties committed to high-quality patient care. Their missions are to deliver a personalized experience and a safe environment for all, train the next generation of clinicians, ensure equitable access, and offer the highest quality of care. MSU Health Care remains dedicated to providing an exceptional experience and enhancing life. 

In this position, you will be primarily responsible for assisting pharmacists in patient pharmaceutical care through billing, receiving, and preparing prescriptions for pharmacists to review. Additionally, you will provide patient assistance at the point of sale and perform other technical functions to support operations in the pharmacy. This job also requires significant physical effort and involves standing, lifting boxes, bending, and reaching for items. 

The education, experience, and skills required for this role include knowledge typically acquired from specialized training in a pharmacy technician program and six months to one year of similar work experience in a pharmacy setting, including computer and math skills. This role also requires a current State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician license and certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. 

Desired qualifications include a work history in a retail pharmacy setting, excellent customer service skills, great written and verbal communication skills, and a vaccine administration certificate. 

Learn more about MSU Health Care here.  To learn more about this position or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and cover letter and should be submitted by April 8.

Job of The Week: Assistant Director of Development for the Wharton Center

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This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as an Assistant Director of Development/Development Officer I at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts (job posting 1009295). If you have a passion for the arts, success in fundraising, and are interested in making philanthropic connections, this may be the role for you. 

The Wharton Center for Performing Arts, celebrating its 42nd season, was founded with the intent to enrich the lives of Michigan residents through art, music, and entertainment. The Wharton Center engages the community through dynamic programming, outreach, and education, and has a mission of making life more meaningful through experiencing performing arts. 

In this position, you will focus on significant contact with prospects whose philanthropic capacity is between $10,000 and $100,000 and more. Additionally, you will manage a portfolio of 80 major donor prospects and average 12 to 15 strategic contacts per month. Your position will help result in greater engagement and movement toward major gift solicitation at an expected rate of 2 to 3 solicitations per month. You will work in coordination with University Advancement and tend to the needs of the Wharton Center verbally and in writing to better facilitate giving, enhance cross-collaboration amongst departments at Wharton Center and within Michigan State University, and maintain accurate donor/prospect records in the Ascend system. As Assistant Director, you will act as a public goodwill ambassador for MSU and the Wharton Center, prepare annual fundraising goals, and attend workshops and seminars to enhance professional development. Find a complete list of job duties on the MSU Careers website.

The education, experience, and skills required for this role include a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Business, and one to three years of related work experience in professional fundraising, higher education fundraising, marketing, or similar. 

Desired qualifications include a strong ability to work collaboratively and individually, a demonstrated track record of financial development, excellent written and verbal skills, and strong interpersonal skills. You should also be available to manage some travel and work some nights and weekends as performance and donor schedules change throughout the events season. 

Learn more about the Wharton Center for Performing Arts here. To learn more about this position or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and cover letter and should be submitted by April 21.

Job of The Week: Office Coordinator III

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This week, MSU Human Resources is featuring a job posting as an Office Assistant III for the College of Communication Arts and Sciences (job posting 1027077). MSU’s College of Communication Arts and Sciences (ComArtSci) is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, professional, and organized individual to join the Academic and Student Affairs Office. If you are interested in this fast-paced and vital role, this may be the position for you.

ComArtSci is one of the largest and most respected colleges of communication in the nation, as well as the first of its kind. It offers world-class training to students through innovation, dedication, individual strength, and collaboration, all to shape a better tomorrow.

In this position, you will serve as administrative and clerical support for the Academic and Student Affairs Office within ComArtSci. As the Office Assistant, you will support the Directors and Office Coordinator in administering, maintaining, processing, and monitoring records of approximately 4,800 undergraduate students. Additionally, you will greet students, family, and various stakeholders and support the execution of events, communication strategies, and professional development. You should have high proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and Campus Solutions. 

The education, experience, and skills required for this role include a high school diploma, three to five years of related experience in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or desktop publishing software, presentation software, and maintaining account ledgers. 

Desired qualifications include strong multitasking, communication, organizational and technological skills. The ability to work independently is preferred. Experience in an academic and student affairs office or high-volume office setting is also desired. 

Learn more about the College of Communication Arts and Sciences on their website. To learn more about this position or apply, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and cover letter and should be submitted by March 25.

Job of the Week: Communications Manager I for the College of Social Science

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This week, we are featuring a job (posting 1025701) for a Communications Manager I in the College of Social Science. In this role you will be responsible for creating communications/marketing related content within the college under the direct supervision of the Director of Communications. This job is considered remote-friendly, with the expectation of regular on-campus presence as mutually agreed upon with your supervisor.

The students, staff, faculty and alumni of the College of Social Science work every day to make our world a better place. From studying how sleep affects our brains to how policies affect our communities to how greenhouse gases affect our planet, social scientists seek to understand and solve the world’s toughest problems.

Your job responsibilities include the development, goal setting, and execution of communication and marketing strategies, campaigns, and other publications (including digital content) for the college. You will have the opportunity to work with faculty to promote research, assist in pitching stories to media outlets, and liaison with other university departments. Additionally, you will create/produce, edit, disseminate, and monitor content for social media, websites, and other publications. Find a complete list of job responsibilities on the MSU Careers website.

This role requires knowledge equivalent to that normally acquired by completing a four-year degree in Journalism, Telecommunications, or Public Relations plus one to three years of related work experience.

Learn more about the MSU College of Social Science on their website. If you’re ready to apply, visit the MSU Careers website and submit your application with a cover letter, resume, and work examples by March 18.

Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness in the Workplace

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No act of kindness is ever wasted. This week is Random Acts of Kindness Week, and Random Acts of Kindness Day is observed annually on February 17th. This day, established in 1995, was created to promote positivity, unity, and harmony across all communities and types of people. By encouraging everyone to engage in random acts of kindness throughout the workplace and in the Spartan community, we can embrace the spirit of the day and continue spreading kindness every other day too!

One small act of kindness can change the course of someone’s day. Whether you are holding the door for a stranger or congratulating your coworker on an achievement, there are so many ways to brighten someone’s day through acts of kindness. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day in the workplace and promote connection and positivity between each other: 

  • Show Recognition: To recognize a coworker for their hard work, assistance, or value, give them a shout-out during a team meeting, or send them and/or their supervisor an email to share your experience. You could also nominate a colleague for a Spartan shout-out in the InsideMSU newsletter by filling out this form. 
  • Check-in with your Co-workers: Between the increasing demands of work and home life, people are feeling more stressed than ever. Luckily, studies show there is a powerful antidote to stress: kindness. According to Forbes, “Kindness works because it helps people feel more connected with others, and it distracts them from their own problems. Happiness is significantly correlated with belonging and community—so it makes sense kindness would be a source of joy” (Forbes, 2023). Check-in with your co-workers to see how they’re doing and really listen to determine what small acts of kindness you can do to help brighten their day. Just the act of actively listening with your full attention can do wonders to show others you care and are there to help.
  • Support a New Employee: Starting a new position can be intimidating. Reach out to a new employee and offer your assistance as they navigate their new role. Your support will help them feel welcomed and more connected to the team. 
  • Celebrate Success: Whether your team has just completed a challenging project or it’s a co-worker’s work anniversary, don’t let the moment pass without acknowledging the contribution and value of each team member.  
  • Volunteer: Volunteer work is one of the best ways to promote kindness and positivity in the community. Join Spartans near and far on Give Green Day on March 11 to help current and future students. Find more volunteer opportunities with the Greater Lansing Food Bank, MSU Gardens, Office of Sustainability, MSU Center for Survivors, Office for Civil Rights, Spartans Serve, and more. Volunteering helps foster community, build social bonds, and address social challenges. 
  • Create an Inclusive Environment: Build your cultural awareness and understanding to promote a sense of safety and belonging for all employees. Learn cultural awareness and inclusiveness skills through HR’s OPD courses, elevateU online learning opportunities, and University Health and Wellbeing events and training. 

Together as Spartans, we can contribute to a better workplace and community by embracing the unity and positivity that prospers from kindness.

Job of the Week: Four Full-time Electrician Positions

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We are featuring a job posting (#1019067) to fill four full-time, in-person positions as an Electrician for MSU’s Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) unit.

IPF is responsible for planning, building, maintaining, and beautifying MSU’s physical campus environment to support the university’s education, research, and outreach missions. The unit’s experienced team keeps MSU running 24/7/365 by supporting the university’s infrastructure needs and providing expert analysis for the university’s objectives.

In this role, you will maintain, repair, and install secondary power distribution systems (120-600 volts), test continuity of electrical circuits of installed or repaired equipment, analyze malfunctioning electrical equipment, install and troubleshoot variable frequency drives and similar equipment, and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and sketches, among other responsibilities.

Completion of a high school education (or equivalent training/experience), successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program (or equivalent education/experience), five years of experience in the electrical trade, and possession of a State of Michigan Journeyman Electrician license is required.

Ideally, IPF is looking for creative and innovative lifelong learners who can communicate effectively with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment.

We encourage you to learn more about MSU’s generous benefits package, which includes comprehensive health care for you and your family, a 10% contribution towards your retirement, sick/vacation/personal/holiday paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.

Ready to apply?

You can learn more about Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) and apply for this position on the MSU Careers website with your resume by February 11.