Front Desk Attendant

University of Portland

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • $16.80 Per Hour

Highlights

Experience working in active, customer oriented environment, or experience in public service/volunteer positions with successful frequent interpersonal interaction. Posting Number SE1089-2023 Number of Vacancies 7-10 Estimated Start Date 08/23/2026 Open Date 08/05/2026 Close Date 08/29/2026.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPortland, OR

Description

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title Front Desk Attendant Department Recreation Services Terms and Hours Varying Hours; Fall/Spring semester Job Category Student Employment Hourly Wage Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($16.80) Job Summary

Front Desk Attendants ensure a safe and friendly environment while monitoring check-in and facility operations, and enforcing policies in the Beauchamp Recreation & Wellness Center. Front Desk attendants report to Front Desk Student Coordinators and the Fitness & Operations Program Manager, within Recreational Services. Availability of applicants during operational hours is a hiring consideration.

Currently hiring for the 2026-27 academic year

Core Duties

  • Create a welcoming and friendly environment for patrons and co-workers.
  • Oversee patron check-in, equipment inventory, class registration, membership and locker sales
  • Provide information and excellent customer service to patrons, enforce policies and procedures, address issues with facility users
  • Respond to injuries and emergencies within facility and provide guidance to others as needed
  • Clean and sanitize equipment and touch points within the facility
  • Communicate with supervisors and co-workers in a prompt and professional manner
  • Attend mandatory trainings and staff meetings
  • Other relevant duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • Availability during academic year during hours facility is open.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confidence to speak with patrons regarding policy and behavior
  • Comfort using Microsoft Office and other programs
  • Ability to work well in and contribute to a team environment
  • Current CPR & AED Certification. This may be obtained within a short time after starting.
  • Ability to balance multiple tasks and give priority to most important/time-sensitive tasks

Preferred Qualifications

  • First-year students with excellent character and experience are encouraged to apply
  • Experience working in active, customer oriented environment, or experience in public service/volunteer positions with successful frequent interpersonal interaction
  • Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and school breaks.
  • Federal Work-Study in Financial Aid package

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and move weights at least 50 lbs.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SE1089-2023 Number of Vacancies 7-10 Estimated Start Date 08/23/2026 Open Date 08/05/2026 Close Date 08/29/2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Why are you interested in becoming part of the BRWC front desk staff?

(Open Ended Question)

    • Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes

  • No

    • This is a highly competitive job. Describe what traits and previous experience make you an excellent candidate for this position.

(Open Ended Question)

    • What do diversity and inclusion mean to you and how can you help make Beauchamp a diverse and an inclusive place?

(Open Ended Question)

    • Please describe your previous experience working in a customer service environment.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Provide examples of how you handled difficult situations with those you have worked with.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Describe one interesting tidbit or fun fact about yourself.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Please outline your expected availability once school starts on each day of the week, including the weekend, from 7:00 am- 11:00 pm.

(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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