UMKC School of Pharmacy, Division of Pharmacy Practice and Administration @ MU Campus in Columbia, MO

The Columbia, Missouri (MU) site of the UMKC School of Pharmacy is looking for a part time Classroom Assistant, with exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships. Successful candidates will work to support our distance classrooms. This position is physically located in Columbia, Missouri on the MU campus.

Our system allows the instructor to be physically present at one of the three campuses and communicate simultaneously with all cohorts of students through a long-distance transmission system. Microphones and cameras in the classroom allow the three classes to actively interact with each other. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to facilitate classroom activities and perform basic trouble shooting strategies with the long-distance technology to ensure a classroom environment conducive to learning. This position is responsible for assisting the instructor and local support staff with classroom activities that are occurring in the classroom in Columbia.

Knowledge of pharmacy or healthcare is not requisite since the focus is on assisting the instructor and monitoring the classroom/technology. Qualified candidates will have a strong sense of follow through and work ethic, impeccable customer service skills and strong teamwork abilities. Must be adaptable and flexible in an environment that is growing and changing daily.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

* Operate a personal computer to communicate with office support staff and faculty.

* Independently compose correspondence to respond to administrative office inquiries using own knowledge of office policies and procedures.

* Accept work/directions from program office staff and faculty to complete work assignments in a timely manner by following supervisory instructions and by adjusting the workload to meet established work priorities.

* Coordinate weekly with Administration and Support Staff at the UMKC School of Pharmacy at MU to ensure there is adequate daily coverage of classroom activities. This requires some schedule flexibility as the classroom activity demands change from week to week.

* Provide course/classroom support which includes but is not limited to:

o Arriving and preparing for class a minimum of 15 minutes ahead of scheduled class time.

o Working with Administrative staff in distributing/collecting/returning of classroom materials (e.g., quizzes, handouts, exam materials, etc.)

o Working with Administrative staff to facilitate/proctor classroom activities and computer-based quizzes and exams during class and during finals week

o Monitor classroom behavior to facilitate a positive learning environment

o Monitor and provide basic trouble shooting for the video and audio connection between the Columbia, Kansas City and Springfield campuses.

* Other duties, as assigned.

Part-time (up to 28 hours per week), non-benefit eligible, staff position) Schedule can be flexible from week to week based on classroom needs.

* High school diploma or equivalent

* At least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

* Previous experience with customer service

$15.00 - $15.56 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application review begins July 12th, 2024. Position will continue to accept and review applications until filled.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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