The University of Texas at Austin · 5 months ago
Work Study Student Associate, Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors
AUSTIN, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$15/hr - $15/hrThe University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to fostering scholarly endeavors and is seeking a Work Study Student Associate for their Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors. This role involves providing front desk coverage, assisting with administrative tasks, and ensuring a professional environment for visitors and staff.
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Responsibilities
Provides customer-focused front desk coverage for OVPR Reception Areas, including phone calls and greeting visitors with a friendly, professional demeanor
Greet guests and remain attentive to answer any questions they might have
Provide customer service, both in-person, over the phone, and via e-mail
Assist in routine data collection and processing
Represent OVPR with a pleasant and professional demeanor through all interactions
Assist with shipping and receiving mail/packages
Help prepare materials for events such as name tags, signage, printed programs, and event packets
Provide clerical support, specifically with filing, record keeping, and data entry
Submit parking requests and parking validations
Confirm catering requests
Assist with ensuring that common areas and meeting rooms are clean throughout the day
Assist with set up and clean up for meetings
Create and manage spreadsheets and tables, using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Assist with monitoring office supplies
Assist with electronic and paper files, scanning, and uploading
Deliver items to other buildings on campus when needed
Assist with projects and other tasks, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent grammar and punctuation skills, with the ability to produce clear and professional written communication as well as strong verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be self-motivated and detail-oriented
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong, independent, and collaborative work ethic
Proven ability to think quickly to solve challenges as they arise
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Demonstrated ability to professionally interact with departmental staff and visitors
Current undergraduate at UT Austin enrolled/registered for the current semester, and in good academic standing
Financial aid work-study recipient
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Excel and Word
1+ year experience working in a professional office environment
Previous customer service experience or administrative support
Benefits
Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
Founded in 1922
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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