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.Career assistants will staff the front desk at the Career Center; greeting and assisting students, alumni, employers, faculty and staff.
Department: Becker Career Center
Location: Becker Hall
Supervisor: Kelly McFarlane
Work available: Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30pm & special events
Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr
Number of Positions available: 5
Essential Responsibilities & Duties:
All Career Assistants are expected to:
Greet and assist students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff at the front desk
Assist phone callers by answering questions, disseminating information, and transferring calls
Check in students and alumni, notify Advisor, and monitor flow of appointments
Educate students on Handshake Platform: Setting up profile, scheduling appointments, job/internship search basics, events calendar.
Gain knowledge of and assist students and alumni utilizing online and print resources in the Career Library
Participate in and promote Career and Employer Relations programs, resources, services and events
Utilize office tools including Handshake, Google Calendar, printers, copier, phones and fax machine. Replenish paper and supplies from closet as needed.
Keep front desk area cleaned and organized and assist in opening/closing procedures.
Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Telephone and interpersonal skills with a strong emphasis on customer service
Ability to maintain confidential information
Data entry skills
Knowledge of Google Calendar
Reliability, flexibility, ability to take initiative and work independently
Detail oriented, with a willingness to learn and a sense of humor
Location: Schenectady, NY
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