WAU Student - Nursing Front Desk Receptionist (2026-2027)

Washington Adventist University; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Adventist University in Takoma Park, MD seeks a WAU Student Front Desk Receptionist for the Nursing department. The role greets guests, answers inquiries, processes messages, and supports office operations.

The position is non-exempt with varying days/hours, paying $18.00/hour. Ideal for WAU students with professional dress and strong communication; proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is expected, along with reliability and punctuality.

Qualifications

• Must be professional in dress and communication.
• Must be reliable and on time.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Type accurately and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Must be able to accurately take phone messages.
• Non-Nursing Majors Only.
• Must be a WAU Student.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes guests and students by greeting them in person or on the telephone; and answers or directs inquiries regarding the nursing programs.
• Reports to the Nursing Office Manager.
• Answers the phone and take messages for personnel.
• Greets everyone that enters the department of nursing.
• Assists with miscellaneous work projects and assignments as instructed.
• Keeps the bulletin boards organized and up to date.
• Keeps office suite tidy and organized.
• Collects and distributes mail daily.
• Runs errands for the department of nursing.
• Uses the Xerox machine, and fax machine as requested.
• Maintains and organizes student permanent files in coordination with the Department of Nursing Admissions and Progressions Coordinator.
• Provides clear explanations to students who call or walk in, of general studies, degree, and nursing admission pre-requisite course requirements.
• Dedicates time each week to assist the Admissions and Progressions Coordinator with projects, assignments as instructed.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

WAU Student - Nursing Front Desk Receptionist (2026-2027)

Job Title: WAU Student Front Desk Receptionist

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Office Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Days/Hours: Vary

Salary: $18.00/hour

OVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY:

Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Welcomes guests and students by greeting them in person or on the telephone; and answers or directs inquiries regarding the nursing programs
• Reports to the Nursing Office Manager
• Answers the phone and take messages for personnel
• Greets everyone that enters the department of nursing
• Assists with miscellaneous work projects and assignments as instructed
• Keeps the bulletin boards organized and up to date
• Keeps office suite tidy and organized
• Collects and distributes mail daily
• Runs errands for the department of nursing
• Uses the Xerox machine, and fax machine as requested
• Maintains and organizes student permanent files in coordination with the Department of Nursing Admissions
• and Progressions Coordinator
• Provides clear explanations to students who call or walk in, of general studies, degree, and nursing admission pre-requisite course requirements
• Dedicates time each week to assist the Admissions and Progressions Coordinator with projects, assignments as instructed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be professional in dress and communication
• Must be reliable and on time
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Type accurately and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Must be able to accurately take phone messages
• Non-Nursing Majors Only
• Must be a WAU Student

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE NOTICES

Washington Adventist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. WAU complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including the Maryland Fair Employment Practices Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Washington Adventist University provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Maryland law. As a religiously affiliated institution, Washington Adventist University exercises its constitutional and statutory rights to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and reserves the right to claim exemption from certain provisions of Title IX and Title VII where they conflict with the university’s religious beliefs and values