Advancement Student Assistant

Job Description:

• Provide excellent service to customers (students, faculty, staff, and community members) who visit the office.
• Performs routine office tasks as assigned, such as filing, processing mailings, making copies.
• Oversees cleanliness and organization of office.
• Answer phones and take efficient messages.
• Checks and responds to emails and messages.
• Assist with coordination of special events, orientations, workshops and seminars.
• Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Available to work Monday to Friday, 25 hours a week. 
• Willing to work Museum Hours (Saturday 2-5pm)

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of modern office procedures - telephone communications, office systems, record keeping, filling systems, and strong typing skills.
• Ability to perform basic math and basic knowledge of statistical analysis and knowledge of composition, grammar, and a variety of communication styles.
• Ability to communicate both simple and complex messages.
• Knowledge of both personal computers and apple software as well as strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Publisher, and Word)
• Knowledge and use of public relations and customer service as well as the ability to negotiate with vendors and clients.
• Ability to focus on details and think creatively.

Required Experience:

• Two years of office experience.
• Experience using two major computer applications, PC and mac.
• Must be reliable, accurate, flexible and work well both independently and as a team player.
• Experience in coordinating and planning activities.
• Must be a registered student at La Sierra University.

Preferred Work Schedule:

Tuesday - Thursday Morning Shifts (8am - 12/1pm)

Wage Range: $16.50 – 17.30/hr