About this role
This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at finaid@union.edu. Career assistants will staff the front desk at the Career Center; greeting and assisting students, alumni, employers, faculty and staff.
Department: Becker Career Center Location: Becker Career Center Supervisor: Kelly McFarlane Work available: Monday- Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30pm & special events Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr Number of Positions available: 3 Expectations All Career Assistants are expected to:
• Greet and assist students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff at the front desk • Assist phone callers by answering questions, providing information, and transferring calls • Check in students and alumni, notify Advisor, and monitor flow of appointments • Educate students on Handshake Platform: Setting up profile, scheduling appointments, job/internship search basics, events calendar. • Gain knowledge of and assist students and alumni utilizing online and print resources in the Career Library • Participate in and promote Career and Employer Relations programs, resources, services and events • Utilize office tools including Handshake, Google Calendar, and Nexus • Replenish and restock supplies and help maintain building operations • Keep front desk area cleaned and organized and assist in opening/closing procedures • Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Telephone and interpersonal skills with a strong emphasis on customer service • Ability to maintain confidential information • Knowledge of Google Calendar and Handshake • Reliability, flexibility, ability to take initiative and work independently • Detail oriented, with a willingness to learn and a positive attitude
Location: Schenectady, NY
E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).