Employment Opportunities

The relatively small staff at University Center work in partnership with corresponding offices on the main campus to help students gain access to main campus services when needed. In addition to our regular support staff, University Center houses faculty and staff for the SDSU nursing and pharmacy programs. University Center is also home to several full-time faculty who teach almost exclusively at University Center.

 

For a detailed description of positions at University Center and to apply online, please visit yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Search for postings with a home location of "University of South Dakota" and the city "Sioux Falls."

 

For accommodations or assistance, contact Human Resources at 605-677-5671. University Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Current Employment Opportunities

 

Academic Advisor

Hours: 9am-6pm Mon.-Thur.; 8am-5pm Fri.

12 month position with State Benefit Package

University Center in Sioux Falls is seeking a people‐oriented, self‐motivated individual as an Academic Advisor. We are seeking applicants with strong interpersonal skills who are organized, detail-oriented and can work independently and cooperatively as a team member. 

Bachelor's degree and related experience in higher education required. Master's degree and student services experience preferred. Primary responsibilities: provide first‐year students with academic support services; assist students to determine academic goals; develop and conduct orientation programs; monitor student progress; maintain records in accordance with policy. Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Knowledge of:

Modern office equipment and practices.

Business English to include grammar, spelling and punctuation. Word processing, database and spreadsheet software.

Ability to: 

Interpret policy and make sound decisions.

Work with people from a broad range of diverse backgrounds.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Exercise tact, patience, and discretion to communicate respectfully and effectively with internal and external customers, both orally and in writing.

Work in a fast paced, dynamic team-based environment.

Understand the needs of non-traditional learners.

Become familiar with the programs available at partner campuses. Understand the special needs of the non‐traditional learner.

Apply on‐line at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu (search job opportunities at University of South Dakota for a detailed position description). Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. All offers of employment will be contingent on a background check using HireRight Services. 

For more information, accommodations or assistance, contact Human Resources at (605) 677‐5671.

The University of South Dakota is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff and students.

 

Secretary/Receptionist 
Hours: 9am-6pm, Mon. – Thur.; 8am-5pm, Fri. 
University Center in Sioux Falls is looking for a people-oriented, self-motivated individual to work as a Front Office Secretary/Receptionist. Duties include greeting and responding to inquiries, managing schedules; assigning rooms, entering data into a computer, monitoring the website for accuracy.

Knowledge or Experience: 
– Experience using modern office equipment. 
– Business English to include grammar, spelling and punctuation. 
– Experience using Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel. 
– Experience working in direct customer service and working with diverse populations. 
Ability to: 
– Work independently. 
– Interpret policy and make sound decisions. 
– Communicate information clearly and concisely in oral and written form. 
– Provide positive and energetic customer service to internal and external clients. 
– Perform multi-tasks with frequent interruptions. 
– Exercise tact, patience and discretion in communicating and dealing with persons of varying backgrounds and temperaments. 
– Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with clients and coworkers. 
– Utilize computers for database generation and word processing. 
– Manage multiple schedules, monitoring them for conflicts. 
– Work with a multi-line phone system. 
– Assist with meetings, events, and training/orientation sessions. 
– Sit or stand and use a computer for lengthy periods of time. 
– Perform other duties as assigned. 
Apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu (search job opportunities at University of South Dakota for a detailed position description). For more information, accommodations, or assistance, contact Human Resources at (605) 677-5671 or visit www.SDUniversityCenter.org. EEO/AA  

 

 

Part-time Academic Tutors $10.00 per hour

University Center’s Student Success Center is seeking to hire Academic Tutors with specialty areas including English, Science, and Math to provide extra instruction and support to University Center students. Tutors at University Center are an essential partner in helping students to succeed and develop study skills. Tutoring would take place on the University Center Sioux Falls campus. 

Applicants must have good communication and organizational skills, knowledge of the content area and be capable of effectively assisting students in the assigned subject. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours.

To apply, contact or send resume to:

Mercedes Bergman

Student Success Center Coordinator 

Phone: 605-274-9517

Email: [email protected]

 

This position is paid through The University of South Dakota which is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff and students.