Student Life - Front Desk Attendant

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SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Student Life Front Desk Attendant serves as a key front-facing team member within the Student Life office, supporting both daily operations and programming efforts. This role is responsible for providing high-quality customer service to students, staff, and campus partners while ensuring the office runs efficiently and remains welcoming and organized. Students will manage front desk operations by greeting visitors, respond to phone calls, and assist with general questions. They oversee the check-out and return of equipment and supplies, maintaining accurate records and ensuring items are cleaned, organized, and ready for future use.

In addition to front desk responsibilities, this position supports the planning and execution of Student Life events. This includes assisting with event setup and teardown, transporting materials across campus, and helping reset spaces following programs. Attendants may also provide administrative support such as coordinating and managing Professional Staff schedules, assisting with calendar updates, and assisting with purchasing tasks in accordance with institutional policies.

This position requires flexibility and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks as assigned by Student Life professional staff. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that balances customer service, administrative work, and event support.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter (Optional)

• Resume