SE RLH Office Assistant

University of Richmond

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About The Position

The Residence Life & Housing Office Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for visitors to the Campus Life office and provides administrative support for Residence Life & Housing and Living-Learning & New Student Programs. This role supports day-to-day office operations, assists with planning and executing programs and events, and helps maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a professional demeanor.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook; familiarity with Google Workspace preferred).
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Google Workspace preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as front-desk ambassador: greet visitors, answer questions, and direct guests to appropriate campus resources.
• Manage incoming communications: answer phone calls, take and return messages, and respond to general email inquiries.
• Provide administrative support: photocopying, scanning, filing, data entry, managing supply inventory, and maintaining office organization.
• Assist with events and programs: support planning, marketing, setup, execution, and breakdown of campus life events and student programs.
• Run campus errands and perform general office tasks as needed (e.g., mail distribution, campus deliveries).
• Maintain sign-out logs, reservation calendars, and basic tracking spreadsheets as directed.
• Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive environment in all interactions and communications; work respectfully and collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed