Student Front Desk & Admissions Assistant

Mercer University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Front Desk Assistant for the College of Education. This hourly student position handles greeting visitors, phone inquiries, mail, data entry, and basic records maintenance while supporting admissions staff.

The role requires Microsoft Office familiarity, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn. Schedule 20 hours per week with start 09/01/2026 and end 05/17/2027; supervision by Autumn Johnson.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and willingness to learn more.
• Strong data entry and record maintenance abilities.
• Effective interpersonal communication with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and greet visitors.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and basic data entry.
• Prepare and maintain paper/electronic records and flyers.
• Support admissions staff at events as needed.
• Assist faculty, staff, and students with various tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Mercer University in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Front Desk Assistant for the College of Education. This hourly student position handles greeting visitors, phone inquiries, mail, data entry, and basic records maintenance while supporting admissions staff.

The role requires Microsoft Office familiarity, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn. Schedule 20 hours per week with start 09/01/2026 and end 05/17/2027; supervision by Autumn Johnson.