Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: Chicago, Illinois 60637
Duration: 03+ Months
Shift: 11:00 AM-05:30 PM
Working days (Tue, Wed, Thursday)
Total Reg Hours: 19.50
Responsibilities:
Provides administrative support to an organization unit requiring broad experience, skills and knowledge of organization policies and practices. Reserves rooms and arranges catering for needs of the Dean of Students Office. Monitors the Dean of Students Office email inbox. Assists at in-person events, including receiving and guarding food and beverages. Sorts and distributes physical mail, including packages. Updates Law School Student Organization (LSSO) financial spreadsheets. Distributes parking passes. Provides general front desk support and coverage as needed. Serves as first point of contact to department, providing professional assistance with the appropriate sense of urgency. Performs a variety of administrative duties. Resolves routine and non-routine inquiries. Maintains confidentiality. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Experience in higher education and/or legal settings preferred.
Understanding of student services preferred.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow directions and meet deadlines.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Deep commitment to customer service, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage with diverse populations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.