MPA Front Desk Assistant
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative
- Greet, assist and/or direct students, visitors and the general public
- Answer all incoming calls and handle caller’s inquiries whenever possible
- Re-direct calls as appropriate and take adequate messages when required
- Maintain the general filing system
- Assist MPA students and faculty
- Maintain the office waiting area
- Post information to the MPA Weekly Blog
- Work on projects for MPA staff members
- Perform other related duties as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exhibits exceptional professionalism
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Possesses a strong work ethic
- Demonstrates strong communication skills, including verbal and written
- Is a self-starter, able to work effectively with minimal supervision
- Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, creativity and a desire to learn
- Maintains confidentiality of information
- Receptive to feedback
- Keen attention to detail
- Must be willing to learn about the academic and career areas of the MPA Program
REQUIRED HOURS
Must be available to work during these hours:
- Monday 9 - 11 a.m.
- Tuesday 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Wednesday 9 - 11 a.m.
- Thursday 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Friday 9 - 11 a.m., 1 - 4 p.m.
We plan on hiring two student workers to cover these hours.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook
SUPERVISION
- Reports to Events Program Coordinator
COMPENSATION
- Paid student position, $10.00 per hour
- Appointment is semester by semester