Temporary Office Support

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Florida International University is seeking a Temporary Office Support to join their Engineering Deans Office. The role includes providing clerical and administrative support, managing daily operations, and performing front desk duties like routing calls and handling inquiries. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, along with 2 years of relevant experience. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with hourly pay ranging from $15.00 to $22.00. Benefits are limited for temporary employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience in office support roles.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical and administrative support to the office.
• Assists with day-to-day operations.
• Answers and routes telephone calls.
• Prepares documents and basic correspondence.
• Schedules appointments and meetings.

Skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Independence

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Engineering Deans Office is currently seeking a Temporary Office Support to join their team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical and administrative support to an office/department/center.
• Assists with day‑to‑day operational activities of the office/department/center.
• Performs front desk duties such as answering and routing telephone calls, handling customer inquiries, and redirecting as necessary.
• Resolves routine problems using pre‑existing guidelines and procedures.
• Prepares routine documents, basic correspondence from templates or existing form letters.
• Schedules appointments and meetings.
• Assists with travel arrangements.
• Assists with basic event operations as needed.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Maintains inventory of office supplies.
• Maintains and updates basic databases.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.
• Additional experience, education and/or related certification and licensure may also be required from each department.

Job Category

Temporary

Benefits

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. Supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision) are available, though full payment is required. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

• Monday‑Friday
• 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM

Advertised Salary

• $15.00–$22.00 per hour.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check.

Notice of Non‑Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Aff. Action 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 must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.