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Office Assistant
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Job ID 7791
Job Type Student Jobs
Employer Science Learning Center
Date Posted Apr 02, 2025
Category Office
Job Description

Staff the Science Learning Center (SLC) Main Branch (1720 Chem) and/or SLC Satellite (2165 USB) information desks, answering questions and replying to patron
requests in a courteous, customer-focused, and inclusive manner. As the first point of contact at the SLC, you will be guiding/directing all visitors within the center. Process library and course materials, including taking in new items and distributing materials upon request. Assisting patrons with borrowing library resources. Help users with computers, printers, and copiers. Provide general office assistance to Study Group Program and Tutoring Program staff, including computer, printer, copier assistance, and exam review room scheduling. Contribute to a positive team dynamic and environment. Office assistants will also assist the full-time SLC administrative staff. Tasks will include data entry into spreadsheets, creating MS Word documents, Google docs, sheets, and forms, photocopying, data reporting, and other tasks. Complete other assigned tasks as necessary. Basic knowledge of both PCs and Macs, as well as general software applications, is preferred.
Job Requirements

This is a work-study-only position throughout the fall and winter terms. First and second-year undergraduate work-study candidates are preferred for this position.

To be considered, please complete our Desk Staff Application at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SpringSummer2025

The candidate must be eligible and available to work the fall 2025 & winter 2026 academic terms. The candidate should have some availability during our hours of operation throughout the semester. The SLC Main location (1720 Chem) is open Monday-Thursday 9 AM-7 PM, Friday 9 AM-4 PM, and Closed Saturday & Sunday in the spring term. The SLC Satellite location (2165 USB) is open Monday-Thursday 1-7 PM, and Closed Friday, Saturday & Sunday in the spring term. The SLC Main is open Monday-Friday 11 AM-4 PM and closed Saturday & Sunday in the summer term. The SLC Satellite is closed for the spring & summer terms.

The candidate must have basic computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Google Docs, Google Forms, and Canvas, as well as basic computer literacy. *The candidate could also know Mprint or possess a willingness to learn.

The ideal candidate would possess the following:

  • Must be approachable, reliable, flexible, courteous, and adaptable to learn new skills
  • Be proactive, customer-oriented, and desire to assist the public
  • Show an enthusiasm to welcome & assist visitors from all backgrounds, strong interpersonal & communication skills
  • Needs to be interested in working with & learning from a diverse population
  • Is interested in learning about working across differences as a skillset

Applications submitted through the Student Employment Office website will not be considered.  

 **Can be non-work-study during spring/summer terms only.
Educational Value

This position offers hands-on experience in a professional setting. Students will learn basic job skills and gain experience working in a busy public study space and computing lab. In addition, students will receive life skills through various trainings, adding an excellent addition to their resume while working a consistent schedule with the potential to pick up additional sub shifts throughout the term.
Available Openings 10
Hours 3.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $15.00/hour
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Contact Name Barb Oliver
Contact Email N/A
Work Location Science Learning Center - Room 1720 Chemistry Building, Science Learning Center Satellite - Room 2165 Undergraduate Science Building (USB) during fall/winter terms only.
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