Auxiliary Support Staff (OPS)

Florida Polytechnic University; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland, FL, is seeking an Auxiliary Support Staff (OPS) to handle receiving, mail, and the print center. The role supports the Receiving Manager and Program Manager, maintains logs, and ensures timely processing of shipments and print requests.

The position is full-time, on-site, with a typical Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime. It offers comprehensive Florida Poly benefits and requires a high school diploma or GED with related work experience

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work under inclement weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, and deliver university mail and packages.
• Process printing requests and maintain printer fleet.
• Provide support to Receiving Manager and Program Manager and maintain records.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Make a difference at one of Florida's premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.

Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly's deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

Auxiliary Support Staff (OPS)

Job Description Summary

This position will perform a variety of duties, including but not limited to receiving and delivering university mail, maintaining office hours to support both receiving and the mail and print center. On occasion, this job may be required to perform other duties within the Auxiliary Enterprises department as needed.

Responsibilities

Receiving

• Responsibility for receiving all incoming packages to the University, recording, and delivery.
• Maintains accurate receiving logs.
• Responsible for some golf cart and vehicle maintenance, including cleaning, fuel runs, and simple maintenance tasks.

Mail, Print, and Copy Center

• Receives, processes, and resolves requests for printing.
• Assists with maintaining our printer fleet.
• Processes outgoing mail.

General Responsibilities

• Supports both the Receiving Manager and the Program Manager in Auxiliary Enterprises.
• Maintains accurate record-keeping.
• Provide positive customer service to all inquiries made in-person, over the phone, or by email.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills;
• Ability to work under inclement weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or GED;
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including related work experience in one or more of the building trades;
• Some experience with shipping and receiving.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

This position is hourly. The normal work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., however, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY

$19.30 an hour.

Location/Work Model

Full-time/On-site

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE

The position may be open for 14 days, with a minimum of 7 days. However, the review of applications will commence immediately.

Note: Employment‑based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre‑tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future.

OTHER BENEFITS

• Discounts & Perks
• Annual Leave
  • To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
• Sick Leave
  • Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

EXPLORE LAKELAND FLORIDA

Conveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland is home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businesses and attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute*435.04.