AMERICAN STUDIES (BL-AMST-IUBLA)

In American Studies , we draw on many disciplines to advance the investigation of the Americas. We consider American history, politics, and cultures from an interdisciplinary and transnational perspective.

Our American Studies students are proponents of active citizen engagement, supported by in-depth research and reflection on the forces that contribute to national identity. They are agile thinkers who make connections across fields of inquiry. Our faculty encourage freedom of thought and are committed to examining the ways in which we all participate in building and understanding the Americas.

Our discipline emerged from both English and history. Now it incorporates people, ideas, and methods from across the humanities and social sciences, maintaining a comprehensive strength across many specializations. We practice and endorse a form of critical citizenship, conducting vital and engaging research.

The College of Arts & Sciences values diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core strength and essential element in the success of its educational mission. For full statement, click here.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for class scheduling, classroom assignments, and classroom changes.
• Assists Chair with faculty promotion, tenure, and hiring.
• Oversees and approves all general expenditures and income for all departmental accounts.
• Manages HR and payroll hire documents for faculty, SAAs, and temporary workers.
• Processes faculty leaves, sabbaticals, course releases, and return to duty documents.
• Maintains website and social media presence.
• Attends recruitment events for undergraduate and graduate students, prepares course flyers and other documents.
• Maintains departmental records.
• Schedules faculty meetings and takes minutes.
• Manages day-to-day departmental operations.

General Responsibilities

• Conducts research and compiles materials and information for departmental programs.
• Prepares records of program activities; oversees and ensures the timely processing and delivery of required materials.
• Reviews the policies and procedures involved in departmental programs; suggests improvements; and ensures that rules comply with university standards.
• Analyzes data and information generated or produced by program; writes reports and other written materials based on this data.
• Verifies the accuracy of all data and information used or generated by program; resolves any discrepancies or problems.
• Responds to requests for program information by staff, students, and faculty; handles any necessary correspondence.
• Serves as liaison for department; coordinates activities and exchanges information.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or GED

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 4 years of related work experience

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to build strong customer relationships

Preferred

• Social media and/or web design skills

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana

$18.26 to $18.99 per hour

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: General Administration

Job Family: Program Management

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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