Job Type: Full time
If you are a current University of Tampa student, please search for and apply to student jobs here via Workday. Job applications for current students will not be considered if submitted through the external career center.Position DetailsThe Admissions Office for Graduate & Continuing Studies at The University of Tampa has a position available for a Staff Assistant I to assist in front-desk customer service operations. This position reports to the Director of Graduate and Continuing Studies and will support the Admission Counselors in the Office of Graduate and Continuing Studies.Responsibilities1. Provide administrative clerical and customer service support to students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a fast-paced environment.2. Greet students and the public visiting the Admissions Office for Graduate and Continuing Studies.3. Answer phones as required for the department.4. Schedule appointments as needed for the staff in the Admissions Office for Graduate and Continuing Studies.5. Register guests and add new appointments utilizing the computer and appropriate programs.6. Participate in special events as-needed, occasional evenings and weekends.  7. Assist with social media campaign for Graduate Admissions.8. Manage event coordination for Graduate Admissions events.9. Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.Requirements1. High School diploma required, some college preferred.2. One year clerical experience in an office environment.3. Ability to work within a team and interdependently.4. Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy, including being able to maintain confidentiality when necessary.5. Excellent customer service and people skills.6. Proficient in MS Office.7. Good oral, written, and inter-personal communications skills needed and excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to establish priorities and manage time wisely.  8. Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa software programs such as Workday and Microsoft Office.9. Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.Required AttachmentsPlease be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.  Though the attachment box is labeled as “CV/Resume”, more than one attachment may be uploaded.1. Cover Letter2. ResumeWork ScheduleMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Summer:  Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.Submission GuidelinesTo receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission.  Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.Background Check RequirementsFinalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.Additional InformationThis description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.