About Hofstra:

Position Title: Senior Accounts Specialist, Grade F

School/Division: Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties

Office: Writing Studies and Rhetoric

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time

Description:

• Responsible for all aspects of the organization of the Hofstra University writing proficiency and exemption exams which includes initiating all correspondence regarding the exam to students and faculty and setting up exam schedules, dates, and venues.
• Coordinates the Writing Studies & Rhetoric (WSR) essay contest each semester. 
• Prepares promotional and marketing materials for the department and updates the blog.
• Assists with the setup of the website for exams held during the semester and during final exam week.
• Organizes grading calibration sessions with faculty.
• Provides information about proficiency exam procedures and results to students, faculty, and administrators as needed.
• Works closely with the office of Academic Records to ensure proficiency exam results are posted on permanent transcripts.
• Assists with the oversight and coordination of the mid-semester, one-credit writing workshops and the Writing Matters workshops.
• May perform other duties not specifically identified above, but which require the same degree of skill, and which are normally included within the above job title.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel required.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, well organized, and has the ability to exercise good judgment and discretion with sensitive and confidential information in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well with others and independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Ellucian Banner, Degree Works and Canvas preferred.
• Ability to work with multiple levels of the Hofstra community.

EEO Statement:

About Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a nationally ranked and recognized private university in Hempstead, N.Y. that is the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates (2008, 2012 and 2016). At Hofstra, students get the best of both worlds. Our campus is a leafy oasis just a quick train ride away from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. We offer small classes and personal attention, with the resources, technology and facilities of a large university. Students can choose from more than 160 undergraduate program options and 165 graduate program options in the liberal arts and sciences, education, health professions and human services, the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs, the Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Frank G. Zarb School of Business, the Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the w...orld who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic excellence and becoming leaders in their communities and their careers.

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