Front Desk Coordinator
- Employer
- University of Oregon
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Dec 3, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Disabled Student Services
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Front Desk Coordinator
Job no: 528603
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Office Support
Department: Accessible Education Center
Classification: Office Specialist 2
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $14.75 - $21.40 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Review of Applications Begins
December 17, 2021; open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents with your online application:
- A resume
- A cover letter highlighting how your knowledge, skills and
experience qualify you for the requirements, competencies, and
qualifications outlined in the job posting.
- The names of at least three professional references, their
e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers
Department Summary
The Division of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (UESS) promotes academic excellence, universal access, engagement and achievement for the student scholar. UESS programs focus on the educational trajectory of the student by providing opportunities and services essential for progress toward scholastic objectives and intellectual development. UESS departments and programs serve the entire population of UO undergraduate students and partner closely with other campus units to support student success and engagement.
UESS units include: the Accessible Education Center (AEC); Center for Undergraduate Research and Engagement (CURE); Academic Residential Communities (ARCs) and First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs); Office of Academic Advising (OAA) - including Health Professions Program (HPP), PathwayOregon (POr) and Trio Student Support Services (SSS); Office of Distinguished Scholarships; Tutoring Center; and UESS Administration.
The Accessible Education Center (AEC) facilitates and supports access and inclusion for students with disabilities. The AEC coordinates services, determines student accommodations, provides advocacy and collaborates with students, faculty, staff and the community to create and sustain accessible physical, curricular and informational environments. AEC is a department within UESS which promotes academic excellence, engagement, access, and success for all students.
Position Summary
This position manages AEC front desk operations and is the front line person representing AEC to the public. The incumbent will have frequent interaction with both undergraduate and graduate students, parents, faculty/staff, and prospective students. This position requires the ability to exercise high levels of sensitivity and cultural awareness, work independently, demonstrate sound judgment, and exercise creative problem-solving. Responsibilities include administrative/clerical support, providing information and assistance, and various other business/general office functions. This position has authority to make decisions regarding routine issues, and respond to immediate physical access needs (such as class relocation), analyze needs of students/faculty and refer to appropriate office/staff or handle as needed.
The Front Desk Coordinator reports to the AEC Office Manager or a position delegated by Assistant Vice Provost for Accessibility, and provides confidential assistance and executive support to the Director and administrative support to AEC staff. This position is also responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, and overseeing 2-5 student reception staff.
Minimum Requirements - Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which
includes typing, word processing, or other experience generating
documents;
OR - An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office
Technology;
OR - Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate
in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general
clerical experience.
College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Professional Competencies - Ability to communicate and work effectively with students from
diverse backgrounds, including international students, students
with disabilities, students of color, and other underrepresented
groups in university settings.
- Interpersonal sensitivity and the ability to respond
professionally to students in crisis.
- Work effectively in a diverse team environment and create
effective relationships for problem-solving and positive
interactions.
- Maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and
proactive attitude.
- Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission
of the department and university.
- Provide superior customer service.
-Demonstrate compassion, patience and respect for students experiencing significant disability related barriers and parents/families needing assistance. - Take initiative by looking for what needs to be done and
completing the tasks.
- Pay close attention to detail.
- Maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
- Model the highest ethical standards.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience operating multi-line telephone equipment to receive
and route calls.
- High impact public contact experience providing/requesting
information to/from persons who are irate, confused and/or
frustrated; experience communicating decisions regarding the
approval or denial of benefits or services.
- Experience explaining or determining compliance with laws,
rules and/or regulations.
- Experience supervising or leading part-time, volunteer, or
student staff.
-Experience handling medical/mental health records.
FLSA Exempt: No
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
University of Oregon students and employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/vaccine.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/528603/front-desk-coordinator
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