What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly Pooled - Housing Summer Conference/Contracts Office Aide position at UW Candidate Experience?
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JOB TITLE:
Housing Summer Conference/Contracts Office Aide
JOB PURPOSE:
Greet customers/students at the front desk and assist the contracts department by answering the phone, responding to emails, filing, and other basic office duties. Assist with any special projects as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist Summer Conference Coordinator with group planning and preparation, including creation of access cards for guests, roster preparation, group check-in/check-out procedures.
- Serve as the first point of contact for conference guests and summer residents with housing or dining questions.
- Answer the main office line.
- Assist students with door and meal plan accessibility.
- Filing as needed.
- Other duties assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
- Service Orientation
- Ability to Learn
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Dependability and Reliability
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Availability to work between 10-20 hours per week from May 18, 2026 through September 4, 2026. Some weekend hours may be required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
- Customer Service Experience
- Ability to work independently (at times)
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- 4 Work Related References
- Please provide work availability on a separate page of your resume to work between 10-20 hours per week from May 18th, 2026 through September 4th, 2026.
WORK LOCATION: On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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