College Assistant

CONTRACT TITLE

College Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

Location

The Graduate Center

GENERAL DUTIES

• Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.
• There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. 
• Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
• Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records, operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards, act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.
• Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
• Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.
• May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The College Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

• Scheduling on-boarding orientation sessions and distributing related HR documents.
• Entering/terminating College Assistants in CUNYFirst.
• Reviewing and scanning tax documents to central payroll.
• Keeping track of Planned Action Reports (PARs) submitted for review and approval.
• Monitoring the Classified inquiry in-box. 
• Creating and filing documents into electronic folders.
• Assisting with the tracking of performance evaluations.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Functional experience utilizing Excel and other standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills.
• Customer focused with ability to interact and work cooperatively and collaboratively on a team to assist diverse internal and external constituencies.

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time position of up to 20 hours per week. 

Hourly rate: $20.00

*Compensation is based on department budget.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled; resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.