Office Assistant, UL Central

Office Assistant, UL Central

10001907

Fairfax, VA

Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Opening on: Nov 20 2024

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Department:

University Life

Classification:

GMU Worker

Job Category:

Part-Time/Hourly Wage

Job Type:

Part-Time

Work Schedule:

Up to 29 hours/week

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type:

Hybrid Eligible

Salary:

$18-$20/hour; salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

About the Department:

University Life is committed to student growth and success in everything students do. University Life provides services and resources to help students succeed and offers activities that instill a sense of belonging and Mason pride.

University Life advances student career readiness, develops civic learning and community engagement, promotes global and multicultural competency, and supports student health and well-being.

University Life is also dedicated to fostering a student community that supports integrity, safety, well-being, and behavior that is consistent with University policy.

About the Position:

University Life Central is seeking a responsible part-time hourly wage employee for the Office Assistant position. The maximum authorized hours of work for this position will be up to 29 hours per week/minimum of 20 hours per week. The Office Assistant will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks with support duties which will be assigned by divisional and/or unit staff.

Responsibilities:

Incumbent(s) will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks under the direction of unit staff within University Life. The role may include, but is not limited to:

Responsibility for managing multiple high-level administrator calendars;

Event coordination and support;

Computer/database responsibilities such as organization of files, spreadsheets, digital images and/or documents, data collection and tracking; and

Provision of information and materials to students, faculty, and staff.

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills;

Demonstrated customer service skills;

Demonstrated organizational skills;

Attention to detail;

Collaborative team-player;

Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint;

Ability to prioritize work;

Ability to multitask and remain flexible; and

Ability to take initiative.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in a higher education environment;

Prior experience with purchasing and procurement within a government or state agency;

Prior experience with event planning and scheduling;

Prior experience with project management;

Prior experience with supervision; and

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Canva.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the

Office Assistant, UL Central

at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.

Posting Open Date:

November 20, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by:

December 3, 2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes