Staff Assistant III

Overview

The Staff Assistant performs a variety of administrative duties for the Center for Entrepreneurship under the direction of the Executive Director and Program Managers. Specific activities the Staff Assistant supports include lectures, competitions, planning, marketing, execution of events, and publicity for the Center. The Staff Assistant will provide administrative support for the SEED program which includes assisting the Program Coordinator with recruiting, selecting, training, and corresponding with student interns. In addition, the Staff Assistant manages all correspondence to board members and key business partners of the Center for Entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities

• Performs office duties including answering phones, directing calls to appropriate parties, data entry, filing, and other general duties as assigned.
• Provides administrative support including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and maintaining office supplies.
• Greets and directs visitors to the Center to the appropriate people and resources.
• Sorts, screens, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Assists with the development and management of the center’s website.
• Manages the logistics of printing and distributing marketing materials for the center.
• Provides administrative support to the student Entrepreneurship Club when needed.
• Assists with the planning and execution of all center activities including workshops, competitions, lectures, conferences, Entrepreneurship Week, etc.
• Manages correspondence and logistics for guest speakers in the annual Entrepreneur Leadership Series.
• Assists with the selection, training, and management of interns working at the center.
• Provides administrative support to the Program Director of the SEED program including publicity, recruiting interns, managing logistics, coordinating with partners, and assisting with field operations.
• Manages all correspondence with key partners of the center including donors, board members, external partners, and partners of the SEED program.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and reports for the center.
• Assists the Executive Director of the center with surveys, research, special projects, and programs to enhance the strength, visibility and overall success of the Center.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of experience; or an associate’s degree plus two years of experience; or bachelor's degree in related field required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent student service skills.
• Skilled with computers and software such as Word, Excel and Adobe Suite.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Experience with planning, marketing and executing activities and events.
• Skilled in creative problem solving.
• Skilled with basic office equipment including printers, copiers, and telephone systems.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential business data and personal information.
• Ability to work without close supervision to improve the center and its operations.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience with excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

We believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Huntsman School provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.

We started as the first business school in the West and have a proud legacy, but we’re not done yet. We strive each year to “Dare Mighty Things,” to honor the Huntsman name by putting our students first and developing programs that align with values such as ethical leadership and entrepreneurial spirit. We see successful outcomes of this approach in the lives of our students and alumni every day. We invite you to become a part of our aspirational journey.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

 

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or [email protected]. 

 

*updated 07/2026

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The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

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Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

[email protected]

(435) 797-1266

 

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

 

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| [email protected]

 

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  [email protected]

 

*updated 08/2026