Jetblue Careers:Student Office Assistant-Quick Hire!(Topeka,KS,USA)

The Student Office Assistant (SOA) position offers an invaluable opportunity to be a key part of the Speech, Language, and Hearing Department (SPLH) at a renowned academic institution. SPLH is dedicated to advancing research, education, and clinical services in the areas of speech, language, and hearing sciences. The department comprises a collaborative community of faculty, staff, and students committed to excellence and innovation in their respective fields. The SOA role is essential for maintaining smooth operations within the SPLH department. As the primary receptionist, the student office assistant acts as the welcoming face and communications hub of the department. This position demands professionalism and a customer-service-oriented mindset, as the role involves greeting visitors warmly, assisting with inquiries, answering phone calls, managing department email communications, and providing comprehensive administrative support to faculty, staff, and students. The assistant also plays a pivotal role in handling confidential information with discretion, demonstrating a high level of trust and responsibility. Beyond routine front desk duties, the SOA is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized environment in multiple shared spaces such as the front desk area, conference rooms, seating areas, and supply rooms. The role also includes logistical support such as collecting and distributing incoming mail, managing incoming packages, and overseeing the organization of office supplies. This position requires excellent time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask efficiently while prioritizing urgent tasks appropriately in a busy academic setting. Moreover, the SOA supports miscellaneous departmental activities including using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) for communications and other administrative tasks. Duties extend to practical office upkeep tasks such as monitoring office supply levels, replenishing printer paper, replacing toners, and managing key returns and logs. The assistant also assists in departmental events, thereby gaining broad exposure to different facets of academic department operations. This student assistant role is an excellent chance to develop professional skills that are highly transferable beyond the academic environment. It fosters a respectful and inclusive atmosphere conducive to learning and growth. The candidate will interact regularly with diverse groups including department members, students, parents, and the public, enhancing their communication and interpersonal skills. Overall, the Student Office Assistant provides critical support that helps the Speech, Language, and Hearing Department maintain its high standards of service and professionalism. This role is not only an administrative position but also an integral part of facilitating the department’s mission of excellence in education and community engagement. The role suits individuals eager to gain office experience, build meaningful connections within an academic community, and contribute to a dynamic and supportive work environment.

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent
• availability to work during department hours
• basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• ability to manage confidential information responsibly
• dependable and punctual
• willingness to follow directions and learn
• ability to perform routine office tasks