CARES Front Desk Support Receptionist

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title CARES Front Desk Support Receptionist
Requisition Number DU11682
Department Name 1B250:Ctr for Acad Res and Enrich Svcs
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $12.00-$16.00/hour
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
High school diploma
Required Related Experience
n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
able to lift 25 lbs
Shift
Monday – Friday (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM) ; summer hours 20-25 hours/week
Job Summary
The Student Front Desk Receptionist at CARES serves to assist with front desk coverage and other duties as assigned. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of CARES during peak times by professionally addressing the needs of visitors and callers. Additionally, the student receptionist is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the reception center, student lounge areas, and meeting rooms. The receptionist may also be tasked to assist with operations and special projects.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lunchtime Coverage: Ensure consistent front desk coverage between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM daily.
  • Greeting and Direction: Warmly welcome all students and visitors to CARES. Assist and direct them to the appropriate locations or staff members based on their specific needs.
  • Phone Management: Answer incoming phone calls during the designated lunch coverage period. Route calls effectively to the appropriate staff members, ensuring that inquiries are addressed promptly.
  • Reception and Lounge Maintenance: Keep the receptionist area and student lounge tidy and organized, ensuring a welcoming and professional atmosphere for visitors and students alike.
  • Meeting Room Management: Oversee the meeting room area, ensuring its availability and readiness for scheduled meetings or events.


    • Special Projects and Other Duties: Occasionally, the receptionist may be assigned special tasks, which could range from assisting with CARES event setups to dropping off packages to other campus locations or other duties as specified by the CARES team
    You must be a current UK student to apply for this position.
    Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
    Multitasking. Social skills. Organization. Technical skills. Flexibility, Problem solving. Empathy.
    Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
    Preferred Education/Experience
    Written and verbal communication skills, customer service, multitasking and prioritizing, dependability, familiarity with Microsoft Office, problem solving, ability to work under pressure, and attention to detail.
    Deadline to Apply 05/03/2024
    University Community of Inclusion

    The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
    Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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