World Languages Department - Office Assistant

Job Title: Office Assistant

Department: World Languages Department

Supervisor: Catey Minnix

Starting Rate of Pay: $8.00

Length of Time: Eligible for rehire on a semester basis.

Department Description

The World Languages program welcomes all those interested in learning about world language and how it is studied.  As a student employee you will gain valuable and practical career experience and develop a sense of community.

Job Description

Assist Administrative Assistant and professors with running errands and assisting with clerical duties.

Job Location/ Hours Required

The candidate will perform most/all job duties in Plato Wilson School of Commerce.

The hours are from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Thursday, with some flexibility.

The job will require you to work 14 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Type various documents/labels as requested
• Copy documents for departmental distribution and for the professors' needs.
• Aid Administrative Assistant and professors in various tasks as needed.
• Proficient in basic computer skills, i.e., word processing;
  spreadsheets, presentations, web sites, and creating/updating departmental news on media sites, campaigns, surveys.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Basic knowledge of computer usage including productivity software (word processing,
spreadsheet, and presentations), internet web browsers.

Desired Skills:

• Must have a minimum 2.4 overall GPA
• Be responsible and dependable (i.e., report to work as scheduled).
• Ability to follow directions.
• Accuracy in work and willingness to work.
• Completion of assigned tasks in a reasonable amount of time.
• Demonstrate a pleasant and willing attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle themselves in a professional manner at all times.