The Orientation Office Assistant will assist Orientation professional staff in the efficient running of the Orientation Office. Primary job duties will include: answering the phones, making copies, database entry, replying to email, and creating Orientation Counselor duty rosters.

Applicants must be able to function independently, manage time effectively, multi-task and problem solve. The position will require some light lifting. Persons must be able to lift between 5-25 lbs., and perform other duties as assigned by Orientation professional staff. The Orientation Office Assistant will also work with a student staff of 20-25, and must be able to effectively communicate with the student staff and assist them in the performing of their duties when necessary.

Orientation is seeking applicants with strong customer services skills. The position works closely with the public and fields the majority of the Orientation queries. Applicants must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License and be willing to transport Orientation participants or move Orientation supplies.

Microsoft Office Suite
Quick learner, ability to work independently

Orientation is seeking applicants that are versed in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook or other comparable email tool, phones and copiers. Previous office experience is a bonus.

Applicants that have previous Orientation or event planning experience are preferred.

Applicants must apply online.



PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.



Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.



Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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