UHD - Admin Office Assistant
BASIC JOB FUNCTION
Assist in the day-to-day operations of the University Housing and Dining Administration (UHD) front desk including answering and directing incoming phone calls or emails, taking messages, and greeting incoming appointments and visitors.
RESPONSIBILITES
- Greet customers and refer to appropriate members of UHD team or other University offices
- Assist (prospective) students and families in resolving housing, general living, and campus problems and refer to appropriate advisory services
- Assist the public in answering questions and provide directions and assistance according to departmental policies and procedures
- Respond to inquiries and complaints from students, families, staff, and the general public, and refer as appropriate
- Demonstrate civil and respectful interactions with others
- Maintain privacy and utilize discretion when interacting with others to handle sensitive situations
- Pick up/deliver mail from the Burge Hall Desk / summer operations desk. Sort and distribute mail
- Become familiar with and answer inquiries regarding marketing in the residence halls and Market Places
- Assist with filing for staff throughout the office suite
- Review newspapers for articles related to UHD to be archived
- Complete special assignments that assist in UHD Administration operations
- May perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled as a student at The University of Iowa (during academic year)
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and be positive and respectful in working with a diverse population
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
- Reasonable experience in handling multiple assignments, conflicting demands, or priorities
- Excellent organizational skills
- Demonstrated commitment to GREAT customer service
- Must be able to work during academic break periods (fall, winter, spring and summer breaks)
- Experience living in the University of Iowa residence halls
- Knowledge of UHD procedures and policies
WORK HOURS
- Only hiring for the following shifts: Mon: 2pm-5pm Wed: 2pm-5pm Thurs: 8;00am-12:30pm and 2pm-5pm, Fri 1pm-5pm
- https://apps.studentlife.uiowa.edu/hiring/uploads/hirereq/wkschedule/5801/Spring_25_AOA_Work_Schedule_-_2.17.25.xlsx
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- FERPA Training
- Minors on Campus Training
- Anti-Harassment Training for student employees
- Criminal Background Check upon hire
- Possible: Driver’s License Review if driving University vehicles is required during employment.