What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant II – Residence Life position at Duquesne University?
Office Assistant II – Residence Life Salary: $18.00/hr POSITION
SUMMARY: This is moderate to
complex office work in the Office of Residence Life requiring considerable
independent judgment, the ability to be highly organized and excellent interpersonal
skills. *The schedule for this position
will be five days per week. Applicants
must be willing to work weekends and holidays. DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures the safety of all residents Monitors the identification of all
residents and guests entering the building Facilitates the guest sign-in policy Enforces visitation and alcohol
policies Receives, screens and refers telephone
calls and visitors Serves as the main point of contact
for the Residence Life Duty Desk Refers duty calls to Resident Director
on Call as necessary Liaison with Facilities Management on
after-hour maintenance request and follow-up Alerts Residence Life staff of any
unusual circumstances Answers inquiries from the campus and
general community Completes
other duties as assigned
Benefits: Generous
benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement
match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: Residence Life
Position Status: Full-time (35 hours per
week) (10 month position)
Hours: Midnight to 8am
Position Number: 002351/30- 447
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications: High school diploma Preferred qualifications: Associate’s degree from an accredited institution Previous work-
related experience Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of
experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not
limited to, the following: Ability to stay alert Ability to act quickly and responsibly Ability to identify
potential problems and unsafe conditions Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and
recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and
respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and
understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students,
faculty, staff and others). Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University
Community. Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University
and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The
mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of
service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an
ecumenical campus community. APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values
equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We
aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects
contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus
community. We particularly encourage applications from members of
underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter
membership in this
region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and
its Spiritan heritage by
visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement.
Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they
see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and
furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community,
the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in
mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity,
Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and
as an employer.
Salary : $18
