Student Admin/Support Services

SWAC is looking for an undergraduate student worker to assist with administrative tasks in the front office. This position will be in-person, in Borlaug Hall. The main office is open between 9am to 3:30pm, Monday through Thursday. Employee is expected to work 2-5 days a week for 2-6 hours a day during standard office hours, though scheduling can be flexible.

Responsibilities: 
Provide front desk coverage, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment by greeting and directing guests, answering questions, and maintaining and orderly work space
Assist with setting up for events, including seminars and lectures
Support upkeep and effective use of SWAC spaces, including the cluster office suite (main office, mailroom, file room, copy room, break room), conference rooms, classrooms, offices, labs and Borlaug patio
Complete daily tasks at the direction of office staff. Tasks include, but are not limited to, answering phone calls, assisting with technology issues, data entry, record keeping, organizing files, and assisting in faculty-directed requests.
Digitizing Department documents - Large and small copying, scanning and shredding projects
Errands as requested (example: deliver documents, replace toners, dispose of old office supplies; etc.)
Support SWAC staff with ad hoc projects and administrative needs; other duties as assigned

Required:
Current UMN Student
Ability to work in-person

Preferred:
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize and problem solve
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and with people from various backgrounds and identities, demonstrating respect to each person you interact with
Able to move 20 to 50 pound boxes – delivering packages and supply boxes
Experience with Google Suite
Willingness to assist in new projects and initiatives

Soil, Water, and Climate (SWAC) is an administrative unit within the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS). The mission of the Department is to advance the understanding of Earth system processes and the interaction among land, atmosphere, and water.

Pay Range: $15.25 - $16.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
 

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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