Job Summary
The University of Michigan-Dearborn, College of Education, Health, and Human Services (CEHHS) has an exciting part-time temporary opportunity available for a current UM-Dearborn student with great initiative, flexibility, dependability, and professionalism to work as an Office Assistant. CEHHS is a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team environment where we learn and grow together.
Responsibilities*
*Must be a current University of Michigan-Dearborn student and work-study eligible*
- Assist with basic and general administrative functions of the office
- Provide administrative support to Dean's Suite team and CEHHS team
- Maintain a welcoming office environment, greet all visitors with a pleasant and professional demeanor and assist visitors in locating campus resources and services
- Answer and direct all incoming calls and email inquiries to the appropriate department and personnel
- Assist with departmental and college-wide special events
- Prepare and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, maintain copy machines, files, and correspondence
- Assist with special projects
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
*Must be a current University of Michigan-Dearborn student and work-study eligible*
- Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, including enthusiasm for work and have demonstrated initiative and follow-up skills
- A proven ability to interact with others in a friendly, open and accepting manner
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and work independently
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to creatively and independently problem solve
- Ability to research various mediums for information
- Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Occasional evening work hours for special events
Desired Qualifications*
*Must be a current University of Michigan-Dearborn student and work-study eligible*
- Some office experience preferred
- Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Accurate data entry, typing, and proofreading skills
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.