Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Program Assistant I Posting Number CSA02771P Department SDSU-Undergraduate Nursing Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text
Join the college of Nursing as a Program Assistant I and become an essential member of our Undergraduate Nursing team. We're seeking a detail oriented and service focused professional who enjoys supporting students, faculty, and staff while helping ensure the smooth operation of our academic programs. This position is located in Rapid City, South Dakota.
The College of Nursing has a long history of exceptional nursing education, and this is recognized through its designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. Nursing's history of excellence, innovation, and achievement across its graduate, undergraduate and continuing education programs provides an excellent foundation for growth and innovation and lifelong learning.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides administrative support for the academic programs and day-to-day operations of the College of Nursing Rapid City site. Serves as the primary point of contact for the Rapid City location, working collaboratively with Academic Shared Services, the Director of Nursing Operations, and the College of Nursing Dean's Office to support accounting, hiring, purchasing, and other administrative functions. Supports testing center activities, including exam proctoring and scanning of completed examinations, while providing excellent customer service and operational support to faculty, staff, students, and campus partners.
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.
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Required License:
Valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
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 07/22/2026 Closing Date 08/12/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary $21.41-$24.08/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
7:00am-4:00pm, 8:00am-5:00pm, or 7:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday are options for this position.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Valid Drivers License 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 HR@sdstate.edu. 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.
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Cognitive Requirements
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