Oversee events and public programming, manage the front desk and gift shop inventory, coordinate with city departments, and supervise volunteers while ensuring efficient office operations and accurate data entry.

Title: Financial Assistant Location: Evanston United States Job Description: Department: MCC Ind/EnggMgmt Sci Salary/Grade: NEX/11 Job Summary: Provides day-to-day financial & accounting support using an advanced knowledge of applicable skills, methods & practices & some innovation, analysis, & reasoning to choose appropriate alternatives from among pre-defined policies & procedures to complete work that includes successive steps & involves some non-routine problems &/or decisions. Applies industry and professional standards, university policy and procedure, federal and state laws and other regulations. Provides administrative &/or clerical support. Specific Responsibilities: Budget: - Updates calendar, spreadsheets, templates & forms; monitors submissions. - Completes reconciliation procedures. - Ensures funding is in alignment with annual budget Analysis, Statements & Reporting: - Creates reports & queries; reviews for incomplete records, data entry errors, &/or accounting mistakes. - May analyze open encumbrances that are no longer valid & recommend appropriate modifications to ensure smooth processing of financial transactions. Transactions: - Completes & maintains transactions in enterprise systems. - Level 1 NUFinancials Approval Reviews; ensures approval based on alternatives regarding practice & policy. - Troubleshoots problems. - Performs vendor/account research as needed. - Graduate student reimbursement service/support. Obtains additional information from or provides instruction & guidance for customers/vendors; corrects or escalates. - Provides financial policy interpretation to determine the validity of customer requests & ensure compliance. - Enters information into database. Grants &/or Awards: - Completes post award accounting. - Level 1 NUFinancials Approvals. Approves expenditures on travel, consulting &/or equipment, along with various forms, such as Intra Institutional Vouchers, Requests for Accounting Corrections, the Research Assistant and Scholarship Appointments, &/or payroll adjustments, in accordance with granting agency guidelines & University policies & procedures. - Processes subcontract payments according to rules & regulations of granting agencies. - Verifies payroll funding entries. - Corrects charges to various accounts. Administration: - Provides excellent customer service, over the phone and in person answering standard questions regarding status of requests, policies and procedures for processing transactions, &/or instructions for completing paperwork. - Instructs & advises regarding options and appropriate courses of action & follows-up inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction. Training: - Assists with training of new staff members Supervision: - Supervises or leads temporary, part-time or work study students. - Provides guidance to junior employees. Miscellaneous Performed other duties Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances) - High school diploma or the equivalent. - 3 years accounting &/or bookkeeping or other relevant experience. Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.) - Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the use of spreadsheet, database and word processing software. - Familiarity with financial reporting. Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience) - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as accounting, business administration, finance, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience. - 1 year financial, budgeting &/or preparing account reconciliations or financial statements along with financial analysis or other relevant experience. Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities) - Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the use of spreadsheet, database and word processing software. - Familiarity with financial reporting. Benefits: At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. Work-Life and Wellness: Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. Professional Growth & Development: Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. 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Title: Event Assistant Location: Blacksburg United States Job Description: Event Assistant Apply now Back to search results Job no: 536485 Work type: Hourly Wage/Part-Time Senior management: Agriculture & Life Sciences Department: School of Plant & Environmental Sci Location: Blacksburg, Virginia Categories: Agriculture / Life Science Job Description The hour wage Event Assistant will provide support and assistance to the Director and staff of the Hahn Horticulture Garden with a focus on event coordination. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Assist in the recruitment and coordination of events - Respond to event inquiries - Assist with logistics and required paperwork for events - Provide a presence and support during events - Maintain files and submit required forms to meet deadlines - Funds handling - Coordinate tours, education and outreach programs Required Qualifications Good communication skills and outstanding customer service; Extremely reliable, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented; Willing to work late nights and weekends, depending on event schedule, oftentimes without supervision; Enthusiastic and professional; Comfortable with public speaking; Experience with computer programs, especially Microsoft Office software. Preferred Qualifications Experience with event planning and coordination; Experience working with diverse clientele. Pay Band 2 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information $16.56-$19.00/hr. Hours per week varies Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Scott Douglas at dsd1@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Role Description The Advanced Medical Support Assistant (AMSA) within the VISN Clinical Contact Center serves as part of an interprofessional healthcare team. AMSA provides support across multiple ancillary and interprofessional clinics and determines the needs of the Veteran/caregiver. The AMSA is responsible for routing clinical questions to appropriate clinical staff. Responsibilities - Work involves specialized administrative judgment and the flexible use of a wide range of clinical flow processes relating to access to care across multiple clinics, specialties, and/or care in the community resources. - Works collaboratively with VISN programs, services, and interprofessional coordinated care team members to provide access to care and meet the needs of Veterans via various available contact modalities including but not limited to telephone calls, secure messaging, chat, text messaging, and video. - Scheduling, canceling, re-scheduling patient appointments and/or consults. - Entering no-show information. - Monitoring appointment requests from multiple electronic sources. - Gathering and obtaining medical information from patients. - Processing medication refill requests. - Reviewing electronic health record, obtaining medical records. - Participating in huddles with other MSAs and/or VISN CCC staff to determine the daily needs of the VISN CCC. - Monitoring outpatient appointments in areas of responsibility; and verifying and updating demographics when contacted by patients. - Manages patient systems to verify and validate accuracy and resolve issues. - Evaluates patient information and clinic schedule lists to determine whether the patient requires an immediate appointment. - Informs interprofessional team members about shared patients (i.e., those who receive their care at multiple VA centers or those who receive care in the community). Work Schedule - Monday - Friday 11:30am - 8:00pm CST - Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) - Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance) - Not Authorized Telework - Available Virtual - This is a virtual position. Remote - This position is designated as remote. Remote work is defined as full-time employment conducted outside of a VA facility or in VA-leased spaces. The option for remote work will be assessed continuously, and the selected individual may need to return to a VA office if required. Applicants must live within 50 miles of one of our facilities, as they may be subject to the Return to Office (RTO) order. Functional Statement # - 00061F Permanent Change of Station (PCS) - Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO) - Not Authorized Qualifications - United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. - English: Must be proficient in basic written and spoken English. - Education/Experience: - Experience: No experience required. - Education: Must possess a High School Diploma, General Education Development equivalency certificate, or proficiency certificate from a State or territorial-level Board or Department of Education. - May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). - IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS LISTED ABOVE, YOU MUST MEET THE GRADE REQUIREMENTS AT THE GS-6 LEVEL TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION. Requirements - GS-6 LEVEL GRADE REQUIREMENTS: - SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have one (1) year of experience that is directly related to the duties of a MSA and that equips you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. To be creditable, this experience must be equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-5, and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with current MSA responsibilities. Experience at this level includes, but is not limited to: - Advising clinical staff on current administrative processes. - Answering phones, greeting patients, relaying messages to appropriate staff inside or outside of the unit, scheduling, canceling, re-scheduling patient appointments and/or consults including interpreting and verifying provider orders in accordance with VHA national scheduling guidelines. - Entering no-show information; monitoring appointment requests from multiple electronic sources; participating in huddles with other MSAs and/or clinic staff to determine the daily needs of the clinic, monitoring both inpatient and outpatient appointments in areas of responsibility; verifying and updating demographics and insurance information when patients check-in for appointments. - Coordinates administrative functions relating to emergency and non-emergency transfers to other VA facilities or private hospitals and determines appointment type based on the patient's eligibility status (i.e., TRICARE, sharing agreements, collaterals, research patient, VA employee, etc.). - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: You also must demonstrate the following KSAs: - KSA-1. Ability to collaborate and communicate with a wide range of medical clinicians across multiple disciplines to accomplish team goal setting to ensure medical care to patients is met. - KSA-2. Ability to independently set priorities and organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations. - KSA-3. Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, electronically, by phone, in person, and in writing. This may include preparing reports in various formats and presenting data to various organizational levels, as well as resolving patient concerns. - KSA-4. Advanced knowledge of the technical health care process (including, but not limited to: scheduling across interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery and/or care in the community models and patient health care portals) as it relates to access to care. - KSA-5. Advanced knowledge of policies and procedures associated with interdisciplinary coordinated care delivery and/or care in the community operational activities that affect the patient flow, and patient support care to include, but not limited to appointment cycles, outside patient referrals, follow-up care, overbooking, provider availability, etc. - KSA-6. Advanced knowledge of medical terminology due to the technical nature of language utilized by clinicians. Benefits - The work is primarily sedentary. Physical demands do not exceed those of a typical office setting. There may be some walking, standing, twisting, turning, sitting, pushing, bending, repetitive keyboarding, or carrying of light items. Some positions may require sitting for long periods of time at a computer terminal typing data while talking on a telephone headset.