Career Assistant (CA)/Front Desk Career Center Work Study

Union; City of Schenectady (NY); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY seeks a Career Assistant to staff the Becker Career Center front desk. You will greet students and alumni, answer questions, manage check-ins, and guide users on Handshake and career resources.

This work-study position runs Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with potential for special events. Paid at $9.70/hr for students eligible for Work-Study.

Qualifications

• Telephone and interpersonal skills with a strong emphasis on customer service.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Knowledge of Google Calendar and Handshake.
• Reliability, flexibility, initiative and independence.
• Detail oriented and eager to learn with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, alumni, employers, faculty and staff at the front desk.
• Answer phone calls, provide information, and transfer calls as needed.
• Check in students and alumni, notify Advisor, and monitor appointment flow.
• Educate students on Handshake: setting up profiles, scheduling, job/internship search.
• Assist the Career Library resources and coordinate events and programs.
• Utilize Handshake, Google Calendar, and Nexus; restock supplies as needed.

Skills

Telephone skills

Interpersonal skills

Google Calendar

Handshake platform

Reliability & initiative

Attention to detail

Tools

Google Calendar

Handshake

Job description

## Career Assistant (CA)/Front Desk Career Center Work StudyApply: Union College, Schenectady, NY: Part time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR101825This job is **only** available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [e-mail] assistants will staff the front desk at the Career Center; greeting and assisting students, alumni, employers, faculty and staff.**Department:** Becker Career Center**Location:** Becker Career Center**Supervisor:** Kelly McFarlane**Work available:** Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30pm & special events**Rate of Pay:** $9.70/hr**Number of Positions available:** 3**Expectations**All Career Assistants are expected to:* Greet and assist students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff at the front desk* Assist phone callers by answering questions, providing information, and transferring calls* Check in students and alumni, notify Advisor, and monitor flow of appointments* Educate students on Handshake Platform: Setting up profile, scheduling appointments, job/internship search basics, events calendar.* Gain knowledge of and assist students and alumni utilizing online and print resources in the Career Library* Participate in and promote Career and Employer Relations programs, resources, services and events* Utilize office tools including Handshake, Google Calendar, and Nexus* Replenish and restock supplies and help maintain building operations* Keep front desk area cleaned and organized and assist in opening/closing procedures* Complete other duties as assigned **Qualifications:*** Telephone and interpersonal skills with a strong emphasis on customer service* Ability to maintain confidential information* Knowledge of Google Calendar and Handshake* Reliability, flexibility, ability to take initiative and work independently* Detail oriented, with a willingness to learn and a positive attitude**Location:** Schenectady, NY**E-Verify Participation:** Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).