Lavin-Bernick Center- Information Desk

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a student employee for the Information Desk to support campus visitors, answer inquiries, and provide general university information. This role emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and familiarity with campus buildings and departments.

You will develop career readiness competencies aligned with NACE standards while working on a vibrant campus environment. The position fosters responsible service, independent work when appropriate, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and taking classes as a Tulane University student.
• Currently in good standing with the university.
• Employ strong interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Have the ability to work independently and with diverse groups of people.
• Maintain a mature and professional manner and appearance.
• Demonstrate familiarity with all campus buildings, including the location of departments and their respective offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform opening and closing procedures as well as supply inventory for the Information Desk.
• Answer incoming calls and direct callers to the appropriate office or employee.
• Answer inquiries about upcoming events or meetings and provide general university information.
• Assist walk-up patrons and visitors with questions, information, and directions.
• Log accurate lost and found records for items that are found or turned in.
• Hang and remove all banners and posters in a timely manner.
• Distribute all table tents in a timely manner.
• Hang approved posters on bulletin boards upon receipt.
• Assist the Professional Staff with various office tasks, errands, and projects as needed.
• Responsible for the security and safety of the building.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Time management

Planning

Program implementation

Program management

Communication skills

Professional writing

Interpersonal skills

Campus policy knowledge

Education

Currently enrolled Tulane University student

Job description

• Student will demonstrate the ability to work successfully in a team.
• Student will demonstrate applied competencies such as decision-making, time management, planning, program implementation and program management.
• Student will exercise a variety of communication skills including formal and informal verbal communication and informal and professional writing.
• Student will develop and practice effective professional communication skills
• Student will gain expertise in University policies/procedures.

Job Description

• Student will demonstrate the ability to work successfully in a team.
• Student will demonstrate applied competencies such as decision-making, time management, planning, program implementation and program management.
• Student will exercise a variety of communication skills including formal and informal verbal communication and informal and professional writing.
• Student will develop and practice effective professional communication skills
• Student will gain expertise in University policies/procedures.

About Us

This position will help student employees demonstrate and cultivate the career readiness competencies in accordance with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

Responsibilities

• Perform opening and closing procedures as well as supply inventory for the Information Desk
• Answer incoming calls and direct callers to the appropriate office or employee
• Answer inquiries about upcoming events or meetings and provide general university information
• Assist walk-up patrons and visitors with questions, information, and directions
• Log accurate lost and found records for items that are found or turned in
• Hang and remove all banners and posters in a timely manner
• Distribute all table tents in a timely manner
• Hang approved posters on bulletin boards upon receipt
• Assist the Professional Staff with various office tasks, errands, and projects as needed
• Responsible for the security and safety of the building

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and taking classes as a Tulane University student
• Currently in good standing with the university
• Employ strong interpersonal and public relations skills
• Have the ability to work independently and with diverse groups of people
• Maintain a mature and professional in manner and appearance
• Demonstrate familiarity with all campus buildings, including the location of departments and their respective offices

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail].