What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly Pooled - Residence Life Desk Assistant position at UW Candidate Experience?
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JOB TITLE:
Desk Assistant - Residence Life
JOB PURPOSE:
Desk Assistants (DAs) strive to promote an inclusive living and learning environment for students living on-campus at the University of Wyoming. DAs are responsible for staffing front desks & the centralized mailroom, assisting with administrative tasks, helping residents with keys/access, sorting mail, providing exceptional customer service, and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Staff the main customer service desks in the Residence Halls and Washakie Center.
- Answer questions from residents, provide guidance/directions, and assist with safety/security of community.
- Staff the centralized mail room and assist with mail/package delivery, sorting, and organizing into lockers and resident mailboxes.
- Assist with various administrative, facility, and operational tasks within the building.
- Promote an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students.
- Role model positive personal, academic, and job-related behaviors.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and pride for the DA position.
- Review, understand, and uphold all items outlined in the Apartment & Residence Hall Policies & Procedures, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Desk Assistant Agreement.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: None
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability
- Ability to Learn
- Integrity
- Service Orientation
- Work Standards
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
As a Desk Assistant, I understand, I will be expected to:
- Maintain a minimum semester GPA of 2.5 and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 throughout employment as a Desk Assistant.
- Be enrolled as a full-time student (12 hours undergraduate; 9 hours graduate).
- Complete and be expected to pass a criminal background check.
- Have a positive financial, academic, and student conduct status with Housing, Dining, and Residence Life and the University of Wyoming.
- Be available to work at least two overnight shifts at a 24-hour desk.
- Be available for training sessions, desk scheduling, and monthly staff meetings.
- Be a strong team player willing to cover/trade shifts as needed and support the overall mission of the residential community.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous desk assistant experience.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
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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