Position: Office Assistant

Department: Specialized Resource

Center Location: Thomas Hall 3.15

Hourly Rate: $17.00

Job Description:

Based on the Americans with Disabilities Act, Manhattan University is required to provide “reasonable accommodations” to students with disabilities. The SRC is the office responsible for ensuring that those students who have provided proper documentation and have made requests for accommodations are receiving the services. Use of these services is voluntary and strictly confidential. The SRC is staffed by the Director and Student Resource Coordinator. The Office Assistant must have the ability to communicate well while maintaining a professional relationship with students and faculty. Having the ability to multitask is crucial.

As an Office Assistant, you will:

• Oversee the maintenance of office equipment
• Proctor exams, ensuring all students follow Manhattan University’s Academic Integrity Policy.
• Assist with the daily office operation as determined by the Director or Student Resource Coordinator, which may include filing, sorting notes, creating Word/Excel documents, etc.
• Direct visitors and traffic at the front desk to the appropriate offices

Qualifications:

• Ability to think quickly, multitask, and take direction
• Overall GPA of 2.7 (exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills