Clerical/Technical/General Positions
September 2, 2008

4657/F108 - SENIOR SECURITY ASSISTANT, HOUSING, RESIDENTIAL SAFETY, GRADE 22
Responsible for ensuring that only residents and authorized guests enter the buildings. Check I.D.'s and notify proper authorities in the event of an emergency and ensure that all large valuables are signed out. Requires: High school diploma or equivalent, excellent communication skills, and one year of experience as a security assistant or related experience working with the public. This position is 20 hours per week and is a nine month position, September through May.

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4750/G018 - SENIOR SECURITY ASSISTANT, OFFICE OF HOUSING, RESIDENTIAL SAFETY, GRADE 22
Responsible for ensuring that only residents and authorized guests enter the buildings. Check I.D.'s and notify proper authorities in the event of an emergency and ensure that all large valuables are signed out. Requires: High School diploma or equivalent, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of one year of experience as a security assistant or related experience working with the public. This position is 40 hours per week and is a nine month position, September through May.

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4837/H058 - SENIOR SECURITY ASSISTANT, HOUSING, RESIDENTIAL SAFETY, GRADE 22
Ensure that only residents and authorized guests enter the buildings. Check I.D.'s and notify proper authorities in the event of an emergency and ensure that all large valuables are signed out. Requires: High School diploma or equivalent, excellent communication skills, and one year of experience as a security assistant or related experience working with the public. This position is 20 hours per week and is a nine month position, September through May.

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4710/F248 - TICKET OFFICE ASSISTANT, AGGANIS ARENA, GRADE 23
Sell tickets to all Agganis Arena and Walter Brown Arena events using Ticket Master Archtics ticketing software. Provide exceptional guest service, perform operational duties to support the box office, and assist with general office duties in the Agganis Arena and the Walter Brown Arena as needed. Requires: High school diploma, strong customer service, communication and problem solving skills, and one year of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week, requires weekend and evening hours and occasional overtime.

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4871/H198 - LIBRARY TECHNICIAN II, MUGAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY, CIRCULATION, GRADE 23
Staff the patron services area at the main library circulation desk. Interpret on-line database records, process materials for use, and maintain general maintenance of the collection. Answer inquiries via in-person, telephone and e-mail. Explain policies and procedures, maintain orderly and accessible research materials, and assist with special projects. Requires: High school diploma or equivalent, additional courses, and one year of experience as a library assistant. This position is Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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4624/H268 - RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, PSYCHOLOGY, GRADE 24
Provide support to all aspects of research study. Recruit families and schedule participants for the studies. Prepare statistical research reports and prepare literature searches. Requires: B.A./B.S. or equivalent in psychology or related field, and one year of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week and is grant funded.

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4737/I028 - LIBRARY TECHNICIAN III, MUGAR MEMORIAL LIBRARY, PROCESSING/BINDING, GRADE 24
Process new library materials, ensure accuracy of catalogers’ work slips, perform in-house binding of new and damaged library materials, and prepare new and damaged materials for commercial binding. Process library materials for storage, track and maintain storage and bindery items and records, provide consultation to library staff concerning material binding and repair, train and supervise work-study employees, and assist with special projects. Requires: High school diploma and additional courses, experience in bookbinding and preservation, strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word and library databases, proficiency in book construction, paper repair, and in-house binding techniques, knowledge of Innopac and LC classification structure, strong verbal and written communication and problem solving skills, the ability to lift 30-50 pounds of book boxes and one year of related library experience.

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4767/G088 - AUDIO COORDINATOR, COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS, SCHOOL OF MUSIC, GRADE 24
Assist in the operation of the recording studio. Maintain equipment in the electronic music studio, library and the Tsai recording room. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, knowledge of electronics and music recording, and two years of experience as a recording or maintenance engineer or similar position. This position is 40 hours per week including evenings and weekends. This is a nine-month position, September through May.

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4819/G298 - LIBRARY TECHNICIAN III, SCHOOL OF LAW, PAPPAS LAW LIBRARY, GRADE 24
Responsible for providing library circulation services, supervising and training student desk employees, and monitoring the operations of the law circulation/reserve/information desks on Friday evening and Saturday. Requires: Two years of college required (BA/BS preferred), knowledge of the Library of Congress classification system, and one year of library experience, preferably law library public services experience. This position is Tuesday through Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Summer hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and occasional holiday hours during the school year.

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4851/H128 - SENIOR STAFF ASSISTANT, SARGENT COLLEGE, RYAN CENTER, GRADE 24
Greet patients, answer telephones, schedule appointments, collect co-payments and deductibles from patients. Assist clinic with maintenance of database patient records, benefit information, and referral authorizations. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, one year of related work experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to handle multiple phone line system, and maintain confidentiality of patient records. This position is 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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4888/H268 - SENIOR ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING, GRADE 24
Provide clerical assistance to the payroll and accounts payable departments of Facilities Management. Provide data entry of the weekly payroll, research payroll problems, and reconcile employee benefit hours. Input invoices for payment, research unpaid invoices and ensure accuracy of all invoice data. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, and one year of related experience with knowledge of university policy and procedures preferred. This position is 40 hours per week.

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4896/H268 - ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, ENGINEERING ADMINISTRATION, GRADE 24
Oversee reception area and provide secretarial support to the Executive Assistant to the Dean. Greet all guests to the Dean’s office, provide information and respond to inquiries via in-person, telephone and e-mail. Distribute mail, type, mail and file correspondence. Maintain appointment calendar for department staff, order supplies and maintain office equipment. Assist with seminar organization and meetings and assist with special projects and events. Requires: Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, two years of college or equivalent, strong interpersonal and problem solving skills, and two years of related experience, preferably in an academic environment. This position is 40 hours per week.

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4101/I047 - SENIOR COMPUTER TECHNICIAN, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, CENTER FOR MEMORY AND BRAIN, GRADE 25
Maintain and administer computer systems for data collection, storage and analysis. Maintain software for direct access to central storage, provide on-site support, provide scripts for transfer of files and maintain and implement file storage and backup systems. Implement security patches and maintain the center’s website. Requires: Proficiency in Linux, Unix, RAID, PC and Mac systems, and experience with large scale storage devices, two years of college or equivalent, and two years of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week and is grant funded.

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4337/L187 - ACCOUNTS COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER, RECEIVABLES, GRADE 25
Provide assistance to university staff, customers, outside collection agencies, and auditors to ensure the timely collection of non-student receivable balances. Respond to telephone and written inquiries. Coordinate the billing and collection of the university’s miscellaneous Accounts Receivable, to include reviewing and processing of invoices, adjustments, refunds and payments. Research and analyze accounts and collection processes. Reconcile general ledger accounts, update and maintain records. Assist Cashier’s Office during peak periods and assist with special projects. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent (B.A./B.S. preferred), strong analytical, accounting and/or arithmetic, computer, customer service, communication and problem solving skills, ability to work with confidential material and meet deadlines, and two years of related experience.

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4566/H058 - ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR, COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS, GRADE 25
Oversee fast-paced reception area. Provide accurate information and referrals to inquiries on recruitment programs and student services and on academic policies and procedures via in-person, telephone and e-mail. Order supplies, process reimbursements, manage petty cash and maintain office equipment. Update and maintain databases, train and supervise student employees and assist with special projects and events. Requires: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, databases and FileMaker Pro, two years of college or equivalent, strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, problem solving, multitasking, and attention to detail skills, ability to work with confidential material, meet deadlines and work independently, and two years of related experience, preferably in an academic environment. This position is 37.5 hours per week.

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4675/F178 - PROGRAM COORDINATOR, ENROLLMENT, REGISTRAR'S OFFICE, GRADE 25
Support the maintenance of computer system components critical to the registrar's office operation. Maintain and update information such as the charge/credit generator inventory by receiving, clarifying, confirming and researching information. Assist in the university-wide distribution statistics and reports. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, ability to learn natural programming, excellent communication skills and attention to detail, and two years of experience with computer systems, preferably in a university setting.

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4711/F248 - PROGRAM COORDINATOR, INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS, GRADE 25
Oversee the reception area, answer inquiries via in person, telephone, facsimile and e-mail. Promote programs and maximize enrollment and retention of participants through timely and accurate communication. Evaluate and investigate concerns and resolve problems for program applicants, participants, parents, administrators, faculty and others. Requires: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, two years of college or equivalent, excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills, and two years of related experience. This is a nine month position, September to May.

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4795/G228 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS, SCHOOL OF MUSIC, GRADE 25
Serve as the primary initial contact for the school of music admissions process. Respond to inquiries from potential students and their parents, conduct tours of the facilities and coordinate the audition schedule with faculty. Provide administrative support for planning and execution of the regional audition tour, coordinate travel arrangements and supervise and train student employees. Requires: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Filemaker Pro, two years of college or equivalent (B.A. in music preferred) and two years of related experience.

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4796/G228 - BENEFITS ASSISTANT II, HUMAN RESOURCES, BENEFITS, GRADE 25
Provide clerical support to the benefits section of the Office of Human Resources. Process benefit enrollment applications for new employees. Prepare weekly reports to track the enrollment of employees in the health plans, prepare written correspondence, and research employee payroll deductions. Answer telephone and written inquiries regarding the health and dental plans, life insurance and tuition remission. Requires: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, two years of college or equivalent and two years of related experience. This position is 37.5 hours per week and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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4814/G298 - ACCOUNTS COORDINATOR, METROPOLITAN COLLEGE AND EXTENDED EDUCATION, MARKETING, GRADE 25
Assist the director of marketing in establishing and managing budget for all departmental marketing initiatives. Process financial transactions, monitor petty cash accounts, perform quarterly audits, and report findings and suggestions to management. Maintain in-house database of marketing project budgets and financial transactions and prepare financial and marketing reports. Requires: Familiarity with Excel, Word, FileMaker Pro, two years of college or equivalent, knowledge of business arithmetic and elementary accounting, and one to two years of related experience.

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4815/G298 - SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, BIOLOGY, GRADE 25
Assist in all aspects of laboratory function, including routine laboratory maintenance, ordering supplies, assisting with animal care and maintaining lab databases. Assist all lab personnel to facilitate their carrying out research in the lab, including duties such as animal husbandry, preparing supplies and equipment for experiments, histology, basic computer-aided analysis, and assisting in the training on new lab personnel. Requires: B.A./B.S. preferably in biology and at least two years of experience working in a research laboratory setting and experience handling or performing surgeries on live animals, experience with computer databases and associated software also preferred. This position is 20 hours per week and is grant funded.

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4816/G298 - SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, BIOLOGY, GRADE 25
Conduct research in cell and molecular biology. Perform experiments, maintain stocks, supplies and laboratory records, interact with graduate and undergraduate researchers, and order supplies from outside vendors. Requires: B.A./B.S. or equivalent in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or related subject, knowledge of advanced techniques in molecular biology, cell culture and biochemistry, basic computer skills, and at least one year of post-graduate experience. This position is grant-funded.

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4843/H058 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, HOWARD THURMAN CENTER, GRADE 25
Provide sole administrative and secretarial support to the Howard Thurman Center staff. Serve as a primary contact at the reception center to greet visitors and answer inquiries in-person, via telephone, mail and e-mail. Create, track, and maintain databases and records. Maintain office operations including updating staff calendars, preparing, editing and proofreading correspondence, maintaining confidential files, inventory, ordering supplies. Assist with the development and execution of the Center’s programs, including reserving the Center’s space, creating appropriate floor plans, fliers, posters, ordering of refreshments, and notification to appropriate participants. Supervise work study students. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, ability to multitask, problem solve, and meet deadlines. The ability to work with confidential material and work independently, and two years of related experience.

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4852/H128 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, PHYSICS, GRADE 25
Assist with the daily operations of the front office, answer telephones and respond to student inquiries. Assist with the development of recruitment materials, coordinate undergraduate advising schedules, maintain academic files and teaching records and organize annual events including, Fall Open House, Freshman Fridays and Commencement. Advise on and process documents associated with registration, grade changes and transfer credits. Requires: Typing of 40 wpm, proficiency in Microsoft Office, Access or database experience preferred, two years of college or equivalent and two years of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week.

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4853/H128 - PROGRAM COORDINATOR, COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, ADVISING, GRADE 25
Provide receptionist support in a busy student services office. Answer non-academic inquiries on policies and procedures, disseminate accurate and timely confidential information via in-person, telephone and e-mail and schedule appointments for Director, Asst. Director, and Academic Counselors, and act as liaison between department offices. Provide sensitive and detailed clerical support for the director, assistant director and the academic counselors and assist with special projects. Requires: Strong computer skills to include knowledge of Macintosh computer system (Microsoft Word, Excel and Filemaker preferred), strong written and verbal communication, customer service, problem-solving and multitasking skills and attention to detail, and two years of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week.

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4897/H268 - SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, GENERAL INSTRUCTION AND RESEARCH, MILITARY SCIENCE, GRADE 25
Provide administrative support to the Department of Military Science/Army ROTC. Supervise the preparation of scholarship applications, provide personnel file maintenance, payroll processing, monitor the department's budget and schedule physical exams. Schedule military leadership classes and coordinating use of facilities for ROTC events. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information, strong computer skills and two years of related experience.

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4676/F178 - SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS, SARGENT COLLEGE, GRADE 26
Provide office support for Sargent College Development and Alumni Relations team. Coordinate event details including mailings, catering, signage, printing and speeches. Work with class agents to generate correspondence and update mailing database. Coordinate travel and schedule arrangements, answer incoming telephone calls, photocopy documents and track gifts. Requires: Typing of 30 w.p.m., proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, two years of college or equivalent, and three years of related work experience. This position is 37.5 hours per week.

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4798/G228 - SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, SCHOOL OF LAW, GRADUATE PROGRAMS, GRADE 26
Assist in managing the daily recruiting, marketing and admissions operations of the graduate programs. Oversee the execution of student affairs activities related to the Master of Laws (LL.M) programs. Manage the LL.M admissions process from inquiry to matriculation. Requires: Typing of 35 w.p.m., strong computer skills, ability to use Filemaker Pro, and comfort with learning new computer applications and communications technologies, two years of college or equivalent, and three years of experience in admissions related work.

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4881/H198 - SENIOR STAFF COORDINATOR, DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS, LEADERSHIP GIFTS, GRADE 26
Provide general office support for three International Leadership Gifts Officers. Serve as point of contact for major prospects and donors, coordinate travel and track expenses, act as liaison and work-study supervisor. Assist with fundraising campaign duties, schedule appointments, maintain calendar, and direct telephone calls. Requires: proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, knowledge of databases, two years of college or equivalent, (B.A./B.S. preferred), and three years of related experience.

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4883/H198 - SENIOR ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR, CENTER FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND ORIENTATION PROGRAMS, GRADE 26
Provide administrative support to the admissions, registration and marketing functions in the center. Respond to inquiries from applicants by phone or e-mail. Review and enter application data and enroll students in courses. Provide accurate enrollment records and assist with the preparation of reports. Requires: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and FileMaker Pro, two years of college or equivalent, ability to interact and communicate with a diverse international population, working knowledge of a foreign language preferred, and three years of related experience. This position is 40 hours per week.

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4900/H268 - SENIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR, SCHOOL OF LAW, FACULTY SERVICES, GRADE 26
Provide administrative support to full and part time faculty. Draft correspondence, schedule appointments, maintain calendars, prepare course materials and answer phones and students' routine inquiries. Coordinate travel arrangements and complete expense reports. Requires: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, databases, two years of college or equivalent, ability to organize and prioritize, excellent grammatical skills, knowledge of legal terminology preferred and three years of related experience.

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ELECTRICIAN, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING
Install, maintain and service new and existing commercial, industrial and residential electrical systems. Install new fire alarm systems and repair related equipment. Install electrical motors and motor control sensors. Install and maintain card access systems. Respond to emergency calls throughout university properties. Requires: Five years of commercial electrical experience as a licensed Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician. Two years of fire alarm installation and repair. Ability to perform maintenance on all phases of electrical structures. Must be able to lift fifty pounds and work from various heights. Must have own set of tools. Must have a valid driver’s license and use of car. Ability to read, write and speak English.

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GROUNDS WORKER, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING
Maintain appearance and conditions of lawns, plants, shrubs, trees, and irrigation systems, utilize snow removal equipment seasonally and other duties as assigned. Operate heavy maintenance equipment. Requires: Three years of commercial landscaping/maintenance experience to include commercial snow removal experience using snow removal equipment. Knowledge of planting, trimming and pruning using hand or power equipment. Must be capable of doing heavy lifting and working outdoors continuously. Commercial irrigation and commercial or residential fertilizing and spraying experience and MA Hydraulic license is a plus. Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

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PLUMBER, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND PLANNING
Install, maintain and service new and existing commercial, industrial and laboratory plumbing systems. Perform gas pipe fitting installation, trouble shoot existing installations. Install and repair various pumps, valves, circulators, etc. Answer emergency mechanical system calls. Service, inspect and repair back flow preventors. Maintain and install fire sprinkler systems. Requires: Valid Massachusetts Journeyman plumber license with five years of experience in commercial or industrial facilities maintenance. Experience working on renovation projects. Ability to work from ladders and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs. Must have own set of hand tools. Must have a valid driver’s license and use of car. Ability to read, write and speak in English. Sprinkler license preferred. (Patricia Boyle)

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DISPATCHER, BOSTON UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Receive telephone requests for emergency and non-emergency police service and information. Record calls in database for service, administrative operations and warrants. Determine the priority of responses needed for police and other emergency services, and coordinate and dispatch these services. Search for and enter data on-line, monitor alarms, and greet visitors to the station. Requires: Two years of college or equivalent, familiarity with computers, excellent communication skills, and one year of related experience, preferably in law enforcement or emergency medical work. This position is 40 hours per week , (schedule to be determined), and is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. (Joanne Letty)

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Boston University prohibits discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, or veteran status. This policy extends to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities, including admissions, financial assistance, employment, housing, athletics, and educational programs. Boston University recognizes that nondiscrimination does not ensure that equal opportunity is a reality. Because of this, the University will continue to implement affirmative action initiatives which promote equal opportunity for all students, applicants, and employees. Inquiries regarding the application of this policy should be addressed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 25 Buick Street, Boston, MA 02215.

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