Temporary Office Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking a Temporary Office Assistant to join the IT Network Services team. The role handles phones, IT-related customer service, and clerical tasks, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience (or equivalent).

Ability to use MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is preferred. Salary is $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Answers phones.
• Provides customer service related to IT.
• Performs clerical tasks (data entry, scanning, preparing documentation, processing workorders).
• Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED, 2 years experience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

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 IT Network Services is currently seeking a Temporary Office Assistant to join their team of professionals.

Duties Include

• Answers phones.
• Provides customer service related to IT.
• Performs clerical tasks (data entry, scanning, preparing documentation, processing workorders).
• Performs other related duties as required or as directed. The omission of duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

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.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Advertised Salary

• $15.00 per hour.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check

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