Front Desk Receptionist

Job Title

Front Desk Receptionist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Teaching, Learning And Culture (Tlac)

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

Teaching, Learning and Culture department (TLAC) encompasses students, faculty and staff whose efforts and interests center on the many different aspects of academics, teaching and classroom education. TLAC’s mission is to create experiences that advance teaching, research and service through the application of knowledge in the preparation and development of quality educators; placing high value on collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, democratic governance and global leadership.

What we want

We are looking for an administrative professional who can thrive in a fast-paced, structured work environment, maintain composure in high-stress situations, has meticulous organizational skills, pays attention to detail, adapts to changes, enjoys taking the initiative to research and works in a team environment while entrusted to complete individual projects. If the responsibilities listed below sound like a fit, we invite you to apply!

What you need to know

Compensation: $16.00/hourly

Job Description Summary:  

Provide support to the TLAC Business & Administrative office as the front desk receptionist.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in general office or clerical work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and provide customer service in a professional office environment.
• Works well with others.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the TAMU travel system, Concur.

Essential Duties/Tasks

TLAC Main office point of contact

• Main office suite security access
• Answering phones and directing calls to the appropriate party
• Food/catering orders & deliveries
• Student and visitor questions

Travel/Concur Support

• Assist with Concur for faculty, student, and prospective candidate travel

Office duties

• Assist with keeping office supplies stocked in storage closet – making re-order lists for Business Office and keeping storage closet organized.
• Submit work orders as needed, including orders of door/desk name plates for new employees

Department event support

• Assist with department meetings and events – setup, breakdown, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

 

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.