Desk Manager- Orchard Hall

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Desk Attendant for Orchard Hall. The DA is a front-line representative, handling front desk operations, resident interactions, and essential administrative tasks.

Candidates must meet minimum GPA, be enrolled full-time (12 credits), have no major conduct violations, and be able to work late nights and weekends. This part-time position requires professionalism, dependability, and strong communication in emergency situations.

Qualifications

• GPA must be 2.0 or higher.
• No major conduct violations on record.
• Enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.
• Ability to work nights (10pm–3am) and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Front-line representative of Colorado Mesa University, Orchard Hall.
• Manage administrative, customer service, and security-related tasks.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and incidents.
• Demonstrate leadership, dependability and strong interpersonal communication.

Skills

Dependability

Motivation

Initiative

Integrity

Organization

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Desk Manager- Orchard Hall# CMU Student Jobs## Desk Manager- Orchard HallApply: CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO: Part time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR100796**FLSA Status:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE**At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. ***Colorado Mesa University Core Values*** **Love -**Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others **Dignity -**Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill **Courage -**Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities **Humility -**Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others **Resiliency -**Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity **Curiosity -**Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown **Power -**The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals**JOB DESCRIPTION**You **MUST** be a current Desk Attendant to apply for this position!!! The Desk Attendant (DA) position is an integral member of the office, serving as one of the front-line representatives of the Colorado Mesa University community. Due to the dynamic environment of the front desk, a successful candidate should be able to manage administrative, customer service, and security-related tasks. The DA, often the first contact for residents, visitors, and persons outside the CMU community, must demonstrate professionalism and customer service at all times, while also responding quickly and effectively in emergency situations. Residence Life is seeking individuals with effective leadership abilities including: dependability, motivation, initiative, integrity, organization, discretion, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.Desk hours range from 8am-8pm Sunday through Wednesday, and 8am to 2am Thursday through Saturday.Requirements:* Cumulative GPA must be a 2.0* Must be free of major conduct violations* Must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours* Must be able to work nights (10pm to 3am) and weekendsFor full consideration, you must apply by November 16, 2026 at 11:59pm*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* **DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.****HOW TO APPLY:**Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:* Cover letter (Optional)* Resume