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College of Arts and Sciences – Center for Appalachian Studies and Services – Carroll Reece Museum – Part-time – (53%) - Secretary 3 – Level 5. This individual will serve as executive aide for the Carroll Reece Museum, a division of the Center for Appalachian Studies and Services. The museum serves the College of Arts and Sciences, the university and the regional community. The museum’s obligations include maintenance of collections and permanent and temporary exhibitions.  Essential Functions: processing requisitions, purchase orders, check requests, invoices, travel requisitions and travel claims; creating, typing and proofing correspondence, mailing lists and reports; scheduling, maintaining records and filing; routing incoming mail; and assisting with other duties as assigned. Qualifications: some college preferred; minimum five years secretarial experience required; knowledge of university systems and practices in higher education; word processing and spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Office for Windows, Word and Excel preferred); ability to supervise student workers and to establish and maintain effective working relationships; excellent communications skills and the ability to work independently and efficiently in an environment of multi-tasking; and must be able to function as part of a team. Submit application to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.

Business and Finance - Facilities Management – Custodial Foreman – Level 4 – 131620 – Internal Search. Employees in this class are under general supervision. Essential Functions: supervises custodians in sweeping, mopping, waxing, dusting, and general custodial duties: inspects work in accordance with cleaning standards and service requirements; delivers and directs the use and maintenance of cleaning equipment and supplies; schedules and assigns duties and conducts training programs for new employees; coordinates upcoming projects/events that require planning and coordination; and performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are graduation from a standard high school or GED with progressively responsible experience in custodial work. Submit application to the Facilities Management Office.

College of Medicine – Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology - Executive Aide – Level 6 – 830090. Full time position available. Employee will be under general supervision performing a variety of complex secretarial, administrative and clerical tasks. Essential Functions: serves as secretary to the Chair; contact for internal and external callers; uses computer and graphics software to format and generate complex materials; receives, directs and assists visitors; provides procedural information; assists in solving problems for students, faculty, staff and the public; supervises financial matters and apprises faculty and staff of budget matters; insures completion of all required forms, procedures and guidelines; develops and maintains inventory of supplies, forms and other materials, initiates ordering as necessary; and  drafts non-routine correspondence and memos. Qualifications: high school diploma;  at least three years of secretarial office experience or a combination of education and experience; knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment; knowledge of computers and software (Microsoft Products and Blackboard Course Management preferred); ability to work in a fast pace environment: ability to be flexible and handle stress; and the ability to be self motivated. Position is expected to be filled by March 1, 2006. Submit application to Dr. Michael Sinensky, Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, East Tennessee State University, Box 70581, Johnson City, TN 37614-1708.

College of Nursing – Office of Research – Executive Aide – Level 6 – 592980 – Contingent upon Grant Funding. This individual will serve as the primary support person for the Center for Nursing Research and Appalachian Center for Translational Disparities Research (ACTRID) grant project. Essential Functions: Position will be supervised by the ACTRID Project Coordinator and the Director for Nursing Research. Duties include: coordinating, scheduling and preparing minutes for Executive Team, Community, Scientific Advisory Board and any other additional meetings and training workshops; handling projects of the Executive Team members related to their leadership duties; producing internal and external documents related to work of the these project participants; managing purchasing; supervising research and grant account activity; providing support to faculty and community members of the ACTRID project by handling correspondence, travel and other needs related to individual research projects (60%); supporting faculty members involved in grant proposals, contracts and agreements submitted from the College of Nursing; maintaining database of grant activity and reports; filing and managing grant copies; preparing research related items for the College of Nursing Friday Newsletter; maintaining and monitoring College of Nursing research resources; relaying grant opportunities to faculty members (40%); and providing support to faculty to process grant proposals through Office of Research and Sponsored Programs after obtaining signatures on the routing form. Qualifications: Required: high school diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred; three to five years experience working in a busy, varied office environment; knowledge of computers; and experience in dealing with the public. Preferred: experience with Microsoft Office products; previous experience working with grants is highly preferred; ability to communicate effectively;  ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, public and other employees; and experience in using ETSU systems and forms highly desirable. Submit East Tennessee State University application to Office of Human Resources, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.

College of Pharmacy – Office Coordinator – Level 9 – (Six Positions). Responsible for providing administrative/clerical support to one of the leadership team members (Dean’s Office, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chair of Pharmacy Practice or Director of Experiential Training). Essential Functions: performing work in planning, developing, organizing, coordinating, directing and evaluating a wide range of administrative/technical support actions to ensure attainment of departmental goals and objectives; promoting positive public relations in all areas of departmental involvement; serving as liaison with university faculty, administrators, staff and outside agencies; interpreting and assisting with compliance of policies and procedures; processing purchasing and travel requests; managing the office budget accounts; maintaining department web page; initiating reports and correspondence; processing forms; and performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: bachelor’s degree highly preferred; three to five years experience in an academic setting preferred; experience with university administrative systems preferred; knowledge of computers required (Microsoft Office preferred); must demonstrate ability to relate to students and convey concern for their welfare; and  ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with other offices. Review of applications will begin immediately and the positions will remain open until filled. Submit ETSU application, letter of application and resume to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.

College of Arts and Sciences – Departments of Mathematics and Biological Sciences – Information Research Technician 1 – Level 6 – Half-time (53%) – Contingent upon Grant Funding.  Essential Functions: Create and maintain all databases and other informational aspects of the five-year National Science Foundation funded project entitled “Talent Expansion in Quantitative Biology,” operated by the ETSU Departments of Mathematics and Biology. Re-appointment is possible at the end of each year through August 2010.  Duties include (but are not restricted to) maintaining databases of ETSU students and high school students involved with the project; supervising the application process; making travel arrangements for faculty, students and visitors; creating class schedules; designing brochures; collecting assessment data; and maintaining the budget.  Qualifications: bachelor’s degree and familiarity with biology and mathematics; must have knowledge of computers (Microsoft Office preferred); must have at least five years experience in a similar capacity; be a good first point of contact for students, advisors, counselors and parents; must be able to multitask; and deal with a wide variety of ETSU faculty, students and administrators. Start date: March 1, 2006. A complete application packet consisting of a cover letter addressing qualifications, resume and one letter of recommendation should be submitted to the Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.

East Tennessee State University TRIO Programs – Upward Bound Program – Part-time Temporary Instructors.  Instructor positions are available for the Upward Bound Summer Program from 6-5-06 until 07-07-06. Essential Functions: The ETSU Upward Bound Program seeks qualified Instructors to teach in the areas of high school science, math, literature, writing and foreign language (preferably Spanish). Qualifications: bachelor’s degree in field; master’s degree preferred; teaching certification at the state level or teaching experience at the university level. Application Information: Application forms may be picked up in the Upward Bound office, upper level, D.P. Culp Center. Salary: $15.08 per hour.  For full consideration, apply by March 3, 2006. For more information, call the Upward Bound Office @ 423-439-5619. 

College of Nursing – Office of Practice – Mountain City Extended Hours Health Center - Technical Clerk - Level 5 – 589800 - Position Contingent upon Grant Funding. Position located at the Mountain City Extended Hours Health Center, a certified rural health clinic providing primary care and behavioral health care. Position will report to the Site Director and be under general supervision. Essential Functions:  performs general clinical office reception duties including but not limited to registering patients; entering demographics into the information system; scheduling appointments; answering phones; collecting patient payments; and filing. Qualifications: Required: high school graduate or equivalent; one year medical/secretarial experience; ability to communicate effectively; able to work in a fast-paced environment; and ability to operate a computer. Preferred: training in medical coding and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office products. A typing score is required for this position. Submit ETSU application and resume to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN 37614-1707.
 

College of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine – Bristol Family Practice Residency Program – Clinical Assistant – Level 6 – 734670. Full-time position.  Essential Functions:  work will involve a variety of tasks in a busy ambulatory health care setting including assisting physicians in all aspects of the clinical area.  Qualifications:  applicants must have an associate degree in medical assisting and CMA certification or Tennessee LPN license by hiring date; verification of Hepatitis B immunization and current CPR card must be presented at time of interview; a professional appearance is imperative at all times; good interpersonal skills, ability and willingness to adapt to a fast-paced environment as part of a patient care team are essential; clinical experience in an ambulatory care setting is strongly desired. Position open until filled. Submit ETSU application to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.
 

College of Nursing – Office of Practice – Johnson City Downtown Clinic – Medical Clinical Assistant – Level 4 – Two Positions – Positions Contingent upon Grant Funding – 5-30376.  Immediate opening for full-time position located at the Johnson City Downtown Clinic. Essential Functions: assists nurses and Nurse Practitioners; provides patient care and treatment to children and adults; processes clinic referrals; and maintains effective working relationships with patients and other staff.  Qualifications: Required: high school graduate or equivalent; working knowledge of personal computers and programs; ability to communicate effectively; familiarity with medical terminology; previous experience in healthcare setting; patient care experience and skills.  A typing score is required for this position.  Preferred: bi-lingual; excellent interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment; and Spanish fluency preferred. Position is open until filled.  Submit ETSU application and resume to East Tennessee State University, Office of Human Resources, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707. 
 

College of Medicine – Department of Family Medicine – Kingsport Family Practice Residency Program – Clinical Assistant – Level 6 – 710500 – SEARCH EXTENDED. Full-time position.  Essential Functions:  work will involve a variety of tasks in a busy ambulatory health care setting including assisting physicians in all aspects of the clinical area.  Qualifications:  applicants must have as associate degree in medical assisting and CMA certification or Tennessee LPN license by hiring date; verification of Hepatitis B immunization and current CPR card must be presented at time of interview; a professional appearance is imperative at all times; good interpersonal skills, ability and willingness to adapt to a fast-paced environment as part of a patient care team are essential; clinical experience in an ambulatory care setting is strongly desired. Position open until filled. Submit ETSU application to Office of Human Resources, ETSU, Box 70564, Johnson City, TN  37614-1707.