Faculty Support Specialist

Cornell University

  • Ithaca, NY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
About the CollegeThe Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is comprised of the university’s three accredited business schools: The Nolan School of Hotel Administration, the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, and the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management. The College delivers undergraduate, graduate, and professional business programs creating a collaborative, comprehensive business management program that preserves the excellence of all three schools while uniting the faculty and students.Our TeamIf you have a drive towards learning new skills and technology, problem solving, quick decision making, analyzing, and contributing to efficient processes, and high levels of customer services that contribute to student success, press ‘apply’! Our team of specialists provide seamless administrative assistance to faculty, in contributing to the success of an engaging learning experience to our students across our three schools and multiple campuses in Ithaca and New York City. With guidance and coordination of the faculty, our team employs strategies to effectively facilitate student success that supports educational programming across 2 different Bachelor programs, 14 different MBA, MPS, MS, MHA programs, and 3 different PhD programs. Our role is constantly evolving as we navigate the changing landscape of education.The OpportunityUnder limited direction and in a team-oriented environment, the Faculty Support Specialist will provide broad administrative, organizational, and technical assistance to faculty, specializing in the administrative needs around teaching, research, and travel support. These duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide instructional assistance as requested by faculty, including course materials, grade tracking, set-up, and maintenance of Canvas sites, setting up Zoom meetings and webinars, and distributing Qualtrics surveys.
  • Coordination of class programs.
  • Arranging all phases of travel for faculty and guest speakers for both domestic and international travel.
  • Process print orders, office supplies, subscriptions, and membership renewals.
  • Knowledge of faculty accounts and budget tracking.
  • Constantly evaluate work and make suggestions on efficiencies and process improvements.
  • Backup other administrative assistants across the College, as needed.
If you are a proactive administrative professional interested in providing support to our faculty, we encourage you to apply with your resume and cover letter!Required QualificationsAll candidates must include a resume and cover letter for full consideration for this opportunity.
  • Associate’s Degree and 2-4 years of related professional experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • Experience in handling confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion and integrity.
  • Demonstrated record of successfully providing exceptional customer service.
  • Attentive listener with the knowledge of how to communicate with tact, diplomacy, and patience with a wide range of internal and external constituents.
  • Experience that demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, creativity, and resourceful solution-finding techniques when faced with a challenge.
  • Must be able to work independently while supporting the efforts of an overall team while fostering a respectful work environment.
  • Excellent organizational techniques, and the ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure, use sound judgment in completing tasks that are urgent; balance conflicting priorities, and make selections from a wide range of choices.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Must be flexible and receptive to new ideas and approaches.
  • Accuracy in spelling, grammar, proofreading and attention to detail required.
  • Experienced in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Rewards and Benefits
  • This position is based in Ithaca, NY, and is fully onsite.
  • Faculty support specialist roles within The Nolan School of Hotel Administration and the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management enjoy endowed benefits; those within the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management enjoy contract college benefits.
  • Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
  • Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits:
. * Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell:
. * Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
  • Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.
No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance is available for this position.Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click .University Job Title: Administrative Asst IVJob Family: AdministrationLevel: DPay Rate Type: HourlyPay Range: $26.41 - $30.69Remote Option Availability: OnsiteCompany: Contract CollegeContact Name: Brad StockContact Email: bs223@cornell.eduJob Titles and Pay Ranges:Non-Union PositionsNoted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experienceEducation level to the extent education is relevant to the positionUnique applicable skillsAcademic DisciplineTo learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see .Union PositionsThe hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see .Current Employees:If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell.Online Submission Guidelines:Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit on the HR website.Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email .If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at .Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing .Notice to Applicants:Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.EEO Statement:Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.2025-08-19

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