Receptionist

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi's Student Health Services seeks an administrative support professional to help the department run smoothly and efficiently.

This role handles scheduling, communications, and basic operational tasks, including managing supplies, routing inquiries, and supporting meetings and travel. The position offers a respectful, team-oriented environment with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• No minimum experience required; substitution allowed where applicable.
• Ability to manage schedules, communications, and basic operations.

Responsibilities

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations.
• Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures.
• Tracks, stocks, orders, and inventories office supplies under direct supervision to ensure adequate materials are available for workplace operation.
• Serves as an occasional point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Office administration

Resource coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss — stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, and staff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department

Student Health Services

Job Summary

Provides routine administrative support to a department or group of professionals in support of unit goals.

Job Description

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations.
• Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures.
• Tracks, stocks, orders, and inventories office supplies under direct supervision to ensure adequate materials are available for workplace operation.
• Serves as an occasional point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities.

Substitution Statement

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Education Qualifications

High School (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience| No Experience Required| Not Required

Compensation

$16.94 - $25.42

Interview Requirement

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.