Pooled - UW s Desk Assistant

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Apartments Desk Assistant

Desk Assistants (DAs) strive to promote an inclusive living and learning environment for students living on‑campus at the University of Wyoming. DAs are responsible for staffing the front desk, assisting with administrative tasks, helping residents with keys/access, sorting mail, providing exceptional customer service, and other duties as assigned.

• Staff the main customer service desk in the Apartments Community Center.
• Answer questions from residents, provide guidance/directions, and assist with the safety and security of the community.
• Assist with mail and package delivery by logging packages into our system and releasing them to the residents.
• Assist with various administrative, facility, and operational tasks within the building.
• Assist residents and staff with key access and complete key audits daily.
• Promote an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students.
• Review, understand, and uphold all items outlined in the Apartment & Residence Hall Policies & Procedures, and the Student Code of Conduct.

• Adaptability
• Ability to Learn
• Integrity
• Service Orientation
• Work Standards
• Technical/Professional Knowledge

• Maintain a minimum semester GPA of 2.5 and a cumulative GPA of 2.5 throughout employment as a Desk Assistant.
• Be enrolled as a full‑time student (12 hours undergraduate; 9 hours graduate).
• Complete and be expected to pass a criminal background check.
• Have a positive financial, academic, and student conduct status with Housing, Dining, and Residence Life and the University of Wyoming.
• Be available for training sessions, desk scheduling, and monthly staff meetings.
• Be a strong team player willing to cover/trade shifts as needed and support the overall mission of the residential community.

• Previous desk assistant experience.

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.
• Contact information for four work‑related references

On‑campus:
This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

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