Temp Asset Tagging Coordinator for Federal Equipment

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Temporary Asset Tagging Coordinator to support federal property compliance and inventory management for capital assets and equipment across campus. You will coordinate access to laboratories and offices to affix asset tags and document asset details with high accuracy and professionalism.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a complex university setting.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; associates or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in inventory management, facilities coordination, or asset management is preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and Outlook; familiarity with asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with departments, investigators, and staff to schedule access for asset tagging.
• Physically affix asset tags to federally funded equipment and capital assets.
• Verify asset information (serial numbers, model numbers, funding sources) and update records.
• Maintain accurate tagging records and update asset management systems.
• Communicate scheduling and access requirements with faculty and staff.
• Follow safety, access, and compliance protocols in lab environments.
• Resolve discrepancies between assets and inventory records.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate status to management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Asset management systems

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Temporary Asset Tagging Coordinator to support federal property compliance and inventory management for capital assets and equipment across campus. You will coordinate access to laboratories and offices to affix asset tags and document asset details with high accuracy and professionalism.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a complex university setting.