Academic Operations & Front Desk Assistant

University of Florida; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost Health Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Generous Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks an Academic Assistant I to support Hamilton School operations, welcome visitors, and handle routine communications. The role includes coordinating room reservations, filing, copying, scanning, and assisting in onboarding activities for students and staff.

The position emphasizes customer service, organization, and the handling of mail, deliveries, and week-to-week administrative tasks within a busy academic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience.
• Experience in office support environments and customer service is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative workflow management and day-to-day support for the academic unit.
• Coordinate building work orders and liaise with facilities, custodial, maintenance, contractors and vendors.
• Maintain organized workspaces and ensure supplies and resources are available.

Skills

Customer service

Office administration

Facilities coordination

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks an Academic Assistant I to support Hamilton School operations, welcome visitors, and handle routine communications. The role includes coordinating room reservations, filing, copying, scanning, and assisting in onboarding activities for students and staff.

The position emphasizes customer service, organization, and the handling of mail, deliveries, and week-to-week administrative tasks within a busy academic environment.