Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool
University at Buffalo · Buffalo, NY · 7 mo ago
AdministrativeTemporary
Responsibilities
- Spending the majority of your work time performing a combination of clerical tasks using computer tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Providing general office support to a broad and diverse population.
- Answering telephones and serving as a point of contact.
- Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars.
- Performing basic calculations and data entry.
- Carrying out inventory functions.
- Aiding with record keeping.
- Sorting and distributing mail.
Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to handle a variety of clerical tasks.
- Excellent communication skills, particularly in answering phones and serving as a point of contact.
- Basic knowledge of office procedures and protocols.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Benefits
- Opportunity to gain on-campus experience and professional references.
- Exploration of various departments and positions within the university.
- Temporary positions do not guarantee a permanent position with the university.
Pay and Schedule
- Hours range from part-time to full-time.
- Positions range in duration from one week to 89 days.
Requirements
- Applicants are contacted on an as-needed basis to fill temporary positions.
- Campus and department assignments may vary depending on the assignment.
- Open to all applicants, including students, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Skills
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Basic office procedures and protocols.
- Confidentiality and handling sensitive information.
Benefits
- Gaining on-campus experience and professional references.
- Exploring various departments and positions.
- Not guaranteed a permanent position with the university.