Office Assistant-Education NW Location

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time, non-benefited front desk assistant for the College of Education & Human Development in Grand Forks. The role supports visitors, answers phones, and helps coordinate campus information and logistics.

Responsibilities include administrative tasks, mail handling, room setup, and assisting across departments with occasional special projects. Availability Thursdays 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and Fridays 12:00–3:00 p.m. may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High level of reliability.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Reception Duties: Greet and assist visitors and answer phone calls. Maintain a welcoming and professional front office environment.
• Visitor Information and Support Services: Provide information on college programs, events, campus navigation, and parking logistics. Guide visitors and callers to the right contacts for their specific needs.
• Administrative Support: Assist with clerical duties such as filing, copying, data entry, inventory, and preparing meeting rooms. Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Special Projects: Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Assist in all areas and locations for the College of Education & Human Development.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Independent and team work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $13.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• Less than 20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reception Duties: Greet and assist visitors and answer phone calls. Maintain a welcoming and professional front office environment.
• Visitor Information and Support Services: Provide information on college programs, events, campus navigation, and parking logistics. Guide visitors and callers to the right contacts for their specific needs.
• Administrative Support: Assist with clerical duties such as filing, copying, data entry, inventory, and preparing meeting rooms. Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Special Projects: Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Assist in all areas and locations for the College of Education & Human Development.

Required Competencies

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High level of reliability.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Minimum Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be available to work
  Thursdays between 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  Fridays 12:00-3:00
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.