Operations Assistant - Graduate Workshops (7518)
About The Position
Friends University is seeking to fill the Operations Assistant for the department of Graduate Workshops position in Wichita Kansas. The Operations Assistant for the department of Graduate Workshops includes handling education and online day-to-day activities to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Position requires performing a variety of tasks related to customer service, Friends University computer applications, communication, data entry, and correspondence. Key skills include attention to time constraints and details, critical thinking and problem solving, excellent verbal and written skills, and social grace. Support, as needed by the Graduate Workshops Director. Work hours are typically 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- Minimum of one year office support experience required.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office products.
- Spreadsheet (Excel) and database experience are required.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
- An ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.
- Aptitude in technology is required, as training for in-house programs will be provided.
- Ability to effectively communicate via phone and email with accuracy.
- Knowledge of general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.) is required.
- Ability to contribute to team effort, demonstrate problem-solving skills, and multitask in a fast-paced environment with patience are required skills.
Nice To Haves
- Background in report development preferred.
- A high degree of proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel preferred.
Responsibilities
- Handling education and online day-to-day activities to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Performing a variety of tasks related to customer service, Friends University computer applications, communication, data entry, and correspondence.
- Supporting the Graduate Workshops Director as needed.
- Effectively communicating via phone and email with accuracy.
- Managing confidential and secure information.
- Working with education clientele, relying on previous work experience and judgment to accomplish goals and satisfaction needed for client.
- Contributing to team effort, demonstrating problem-solving skills, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment with patience.
Benefits
- Flex work options
- Up to 4 weeks of vacation
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- Up to 13 1/2 paid holidays
- Half day Fridays June through July
- Up to 5% retirement matching
- Free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
