Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Office Assistant
Hours: This is a part-time position (10 hours per week/ TBA)
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Campus: Evanston
Approximate start date: 6/15/2024
Approximate end date: 9/30/2024

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary Part-time Office Assistant for the Evanston campus.

Temporary Job Description:

The Office Administrative Assistant provides support to the entire university community by servicing all facets of the Wildcard Program both in Evanston and Chicago. The Administrative role supports and processes all Wildcard requests and is responsible for their accuracy during production. The admin coordinates service requests received by phone, in person or email and responds in a timely, courteous fashion with accurate information regarding the Wildcard Office. This role maintains a working relationship with and supports programs administered by NUPD, Res Services, the Library, Kellogg among other constituents. These supporting functions must be performed with integrity, accuracy, and a degree of autonomy. Please note: Willingness and ability to work on both the Evanston and Chicago campuses and travel between campuses as needed.

The candidate should be able to work effectively in an environment in which the priorities may change throughout the year and should be able to alter workflow to address those situations. They should also demonstrate a strong understanding of what it means to provide good customer service. The candidate should have the ability to interact with the public in a pleasant and professional manner and to adapt quickly to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a quick-paced environment. They should also consistently display accuracy and attention to detail in their work. This person should be helpful, respectful, and approachable. The candidate should have strong interpersonal as well as oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and all other groups of the Wildcard Office services.

The role will support the program's mission and values by exhibiting the following: inclusiveness, respect, initiative, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The incumbent will strive to provide excellent service when performing job responsibilities.

Qualifications Required:

A bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience;

Strong writing skills;

High level of organizational skills and attention to detail;

Diligent and can work independently;

Experience working with confidential information;

Professionalism;

Flexibility, adaptability in a fast paced environment.

Software Required:

MS Office suite 2013 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.