Program Assistant II

Working Title

Program Assistant II

Posting Number

CSA02846P

Department

SDSU-VP Technology and Security

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

Posting Text

The Division of Technology and Security at South Dakota State University is seeking a people-centered well organized Program Assistant II to join our team. This position plays a vital by providing executive level support to the VP for Technology and Security as well as division leadership through high-level administrative, organizational, and operational assistance. This position ensures day-to-day activities run smoothly through continuity of processes, allowing for fast and consistent service to the University.

The Division of Technology & Security (DTS) supports the University’s mission as a high-achieving land-grant institution by delivering technology services, safeguarding institutional information assets, and supporting effective use of technology across the University. Its reach extends across the state, providing IT and safety support to Research Stations and Extension Centers, ensuring secure and reliable operations wherever the University’s work takes place.

This position is located in Brookings, SD.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support: Manage calendars, schedule meetings, prepare correspondence, and coordinate document and record management for the division leadership
• Communication Liaison: Serve as a professional point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely communication and response to inquiries.
• Special Projects: Provide project coordination and administrative support for departmental initiatives, technology implementations, service improvements, compliance efforts, training programs, and organizational communications.
• Operational Support: Help implement and maintain policies, procedures, and systems that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the division.
• Website Maintenance: Ensures that online information remains accurate, current and accessible, aligning with university standards.
• Supervision: Directly responsible for supervising student employees assigned to the division including, but not limited to, recruitment and onboarding, assigning work priorities, scheduling, and training and evaluations.

Benefits:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:

• Administrative and office management practices, including scheduling, professional correspondence methods, and records retention.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn specialized systems for data entry, budgeting, and reporting.
• Basic accounting, budget tracking, financial documentation, and procurement processes.

Skill & Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with faculty, staff, students, visitors and outside stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete tasks with close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Understand, interpret, and communicate rules, regulations, and policies
• Supervise, train, mentor and evaluate employees
• Develop new and continuously evaluate existing procedures to meet the changing needs of the division.
• Gather and organize data for reports and special projects

Application Procedures:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/22/2026

Open Until Filled

No

First Consideration Date

Advertised Salary

minimum of $23.56 per hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

Standard Business Hours 8:00 AM -5:00 PM with very occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

No Requirement

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.