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Office Assistant - IWS

Morehead State University

Morehead State University

USD 9-9 / hour
Posted on Apr 26, 2025

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Posting Details
Position Type IWS Budget Office
Job Title Office Assistant - IWS
Posting Number STPO199
Grade/Level Level 1 - Entry Student Assistant
Hourly Rate for Job Posting $9.00
Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 05/12/2025
Posting Category Student - Institutional
Position details
Job Summary
Performs tasks which require minimal training and that can be learned relatively easily and involve few decisions. Positions are typically clerical or non-technical in nature and may involve basic computer usage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will typically involve repetitious tasks such as making copies, filing, picking up and sorting mail, answering telephones, running errands, etc. This position will require limited contact with internal and external customers. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Other Duties and Responsibilities
  • Greets, directs, and assists visitors, faculty, staff, students, vendors, and the general public. Answers multi-line phone system taking accurate detailed messages, respond to routine inquires, and direct caller to appropriate office.
  • Completes campus errands.
  • General office work, typing, filing, copying, and other clerical tasks, including computer work and shredding.
  • Trains and assist other student employees on office procedures, database updating, and clerical duties.
  • Develop and communicate changes to enhance routine office procedures.
  • Create general signs and memos.
  • Post flyers. Stock supply shelves.
  • Assist with inventory.
  • Assist faculty with research assignments.
  • Pick up mail and distribute to appropriate persons.
  • Hand delivers materials to offices on campus.
  • Assist with maintaining office flies.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Develop communication, interpersonal, and supervisory skills by working in a professional environment, both in teamwork and individual scenarios.
Minimum Requirements
  • Must be a current MSU student
  • Must maintain satisfactory academic progress
  • Must feel comfortable using nominal judgment and possess basic analytical or decision-making skills
  • Must have the ability to understand and to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Must be able to operate basic equipment such as copier, telephone, etc.
  • No specific education or specialized skills are required
Additional Desirable Qualifications
  • This position requires the ability to anticipate tasks that need to be completed and to work independently with initiative to accomplish tasks while simultaneously completing the daily work. General knowledge of the use of office equipment.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, and consistent dependability. Outgoing and self-motivated.
  • Proficient with University supported software and technology.
  • Detail oriented, self-starter and independent worker.
  • Willingness to accept and complete assignments in a timely manner.
  • Ability to get along well with others.
Physical Requirements
Moderate lifting and a moderate amount of walking may be required.
Working Conditions
  • Routine office environment with interruptions and noise due to visitors, students, staff and phone calls. The office requires flexibility, cordiality, punctuality, teamwork, and cooperation.
  • Must maintain a professional appearance.
  • The Office Assistant needs to have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal disruption and must be able to accept change and direction with little notification.
Special Information/Instructions to Applicants