Temporary Administrative Support Pool

MSU Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free RTD pass

Tuition reimbursement

Life and supplemental insurance plans

Job summary

MSU Denver periodically has temporary employment opportunities for qualified clerical and administrative support professionals. This is a temporary, hourly position that often runs Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, in person on the Denver campus. Applicants may be contacted for interviews as opportunities arise.

Salary ranges from Denver minimum wage up to $25 an hour; benefits are limited to sick time. Please submit a resume and all relevant information to the posted contact email.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills are required.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities with professionalism and communication.

Responsibilities

• Staff department front desk, answer phones and greet visitors.
• Maintain calendars, arrange travel and organize meetings/events.
• Generate reports, update websites, assist with budgeting and finance tasks.
• Provide general administrative support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Cross-cultural abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Temporary Administrative Support Pool# MSU Denver Careers## Temporary Administrative Support PoolApply: Denver, Colorado: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR104668## DepartmentHuman Resources - Talent Management*MSU Denver invites applications for temporary administrative support positions. This ongoing posting is used to create a pool of qualified, interested candidates whom we may contact as temporary administrative needs arise across the MSU Denver campus.* **About the University** Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success. **Position Summary** MSU Denver periodically has temporary employment opportunities for qualified clerical and administrative support professionals. Temporary employees are assigned to campus departments to handle special projects, to fill in while positions are vacant, or to cover for employees who are temporarily out. MSU Denver accepts applicants for temporary opportunities on a rolling basis although the availability of assignments varies throughout the year as needs arise. As the University has openings, those candidates whose background and experience appear to match the requirements most closely will be contacted for an interview; otherwise, you may not receive communication regarding your application. **Responsibilities** Responsibilities may include a variety of administrative services such as: staffing the department front desk, answering phones and greeting visitors, maintaining calendars, arranging travel, organizing meetings and events, managing office correspondence, website updating, marketing and recruitment work, maintaining databases and generating reports, budgeting and finance support, executive assistant support, providing administrative support to faculty, staff, and students, and other duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications** Ideal candidates will possess the proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities, communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students with a high degree of professionalism, and have 1 - 3 years of previous related experience. Microsoft Office Suite skills are required. MSU Denver seeks candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members. **Preferred Qualifications*** Experience in a higher education environment* Bachelor's degree **Salary for Announcement** The salary range runs from the Denver minimum wage up to $25 an hour. Hourly pay rate varies with position and is based upon experience, qualifications, and available budget. Due to the temporary nature of this position, benefits are not offered except for sick time. **Work Hours/Type** This is a temporary, hourly position. Generally, most assignments are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, in person. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs. **Instructions to Apply** All applications must include a resume. Please include all relevant information that you want a hiring manager to see (contact information, education, job history, qualifications, experience, availability, etc.).## Closing DateOpen Until Filled## Posting RepresentativeDarrick Conroy## Posting Representative [e-mail] ## BenefitsThe University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more. For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail]. **Background Checks**Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment. ## Diversity StatementMetropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.