George Mason University is hiring: Office Assistant, UL Central in Fairfax
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, United States, 22032
Office Assistant, UL Central
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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