Temporary Office Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University seeks a Temporary Office Assistant for the Student Athletic Academic Center (SAAC) to support staff and student-athletes in Miami. Responsibilities include front desk coverage, answering calls, and assisting with tutoring scheduling and materials.

The role focuses on customer service, teamwork, and ability to take direction, with a pay rate of $15.00 per hour and compliance with FIU policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience; or an equivalent combination.
• FIU Service Excellence training or completion within first 30 days.
• Ability to provide superior customer service and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Front desk coverage.
• Answer incoming phone calls.
• Provide customer service to student-athletes and visitors.
• Assist with scheduling tutoring appointments.
• Assist with books/technology returns and distribution.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

MS Word basics

MS Excel basics

Take direction

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Student Athletic Academic Center (SAAC) is currently seeking a Temporary Office Assistant to join their team of professionals. This professional will serve the SAAC staff and student-athlete community.

Duties Include

• Front desk coverage.
• Answer incoming phone calls.
• Provide customer service to student-athletes and visitors.
• Assist with scheduling tutoring appointments.
• Assist with books/technology returns and distribution.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Requires prior completion of FIU Service Excellence training or completion within first 30 days.
• Ability to provide superior customer service.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Advertised Salary

• $15.00 per hour.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiant Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.