Campus Office Assistant: Front Desk & Admin Support

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Department of Philosophy seeks a dependable student to provide administrative and front‑office support, helping create a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors while assisting the Administrative Associate with routine office operations.

The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal and organizational skills, can follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience providing customer service or assisting members of the public.
• Experience using basic computer applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, or comparable programs.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Respond to routine questions and direct individuals to the appropriate department or university resource.
• Answer telephone calls, take messages, and respond to routine email inquiries.
• Help maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional department office.
• Provide directions and general information to visitors.
• Notify faculty or staff when visitors or appointments arrive.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft 365

Job description

The University of Kansas Department of Philosophy seeks a dependable student to provide administrative and front‑office support, helping create a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors while assisting the Administrative Associate with routine office operations.

The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal and organizational skills, can follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality.