C260081 - Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool - The University at Buffalo

State of New York - University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is accepting applications in a continuous recruitment effort to fill current and future Temporary Office Assistant 1 positions. These positions involve clerical tasks using Word and Excel, with hours ranging from part-time to full-time and assignments varying by campus and department.

Temporary appointments provide on-campus experience and professional references. While not guaranteed to lead to permanent employment, candidates gain exposure across departments and build

Responsibilities

• Providing general office support to a broad and diverse population
• Answering telephones and serving as a point of contact
• Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars
• Performing basic calculations and data entry
• Carrying out inventory functions
• Assisting with record keeping
• Sorting and distributing mail

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Title C260081 - Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool - The University at Buffalo

Occupational Category Clerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade 06

Bargaining Unit ASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $37862 to $37862 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Erie

Street Address SUNY Buffalo

City Buffalo

State NY

Position Summary: The University at Buffalo is accepting applications in a continuous recruitment effort to fill current and future Temporary Office Assistant 1 positions. Applicants are contacted on an as-needed basis to fill temporary positions ranging in duration from one week to 89 days. Positions range in hours from part-time to full-time. Campus and department may vary depending on the assignment.

As a temporary Office Assistant 1, you will spend the majority of your work time performing a combination of clerical tasks using computer tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Tasks may include:

• Providing general office support to a broad and diverse population
• Answering telephones and serving as a point of contact
• Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars
• Performing basic calculations and data entry
• Carrying out inventory functions
• Assisting with record keeping
• Sorting and distributing mail

This is a great opportunity to gain on-campus experience and professional references. As a temporary employee, you can explore various departments and positions while getting a feel for what it’s like to work at The University at Buffalo. It is not a guarantee when you join the temporary pool that you will find a permanent position with the university. Applicants seeking permanent employment should visit the UB Jobs website for other employment opportunities.

Students are encouraged to apply. These temporary positions are a great way for students to participate in the administrative/business side of the university and gain work experience prior to graduation. We encourage students to explore professional opportunities within our institution, and these temporary positions are a great way to see what it would be like to work at UB.

At The University at Buffalo, we recognize the advantages diversity brings to the workforce and have a strong interest in recruiting candidates from underrepresented minority groups and diverse backgrounds. We hope to build a pool of applicants that is reflective of the diverse student population and the larger UB community.

This is a pooled posting; positions are filled on an as needed basis.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this position.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone [phone]

Fax

Email Address [e-mail]

Address

City Buffalo

State NY

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