About the role#
The Business Office at Eastern Mennonite University is hiring a student employee to provide administrative and operational support. This role is designed to help you gain professional experience while balancing your academic schedule. You will assist staff with daily tasks and department-specific projects.
What you'll do#
- Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct inquiries.
- Handle general administrative duties and office tasks.
- Assist staff and faculty with special projects.
- Complete department-specific assignments as needed.
- Maintain a consistent and punctual work schedule.
- Support the values of the university.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at EMU.
- A high school diploma.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Capacity to make entry-level decisions and ask questions when needed.
- A professional demeanor during work hours.
- A genuine desire to help peers succeed.
Location & details#
- Location: Harrisonburg, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, hourly, non-exempt.
- Term: Rolling.
- Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods, use hands for office tasks, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
About Eastern Mennonite University
Eastern Mennonite University is an educational institution based in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Founded in 1917, it provides undergraduate, graduate, and seminary programs. The university focuses on peacebuilding, environmental sustainability, and cross-cultural studies. It employs 564 people and operates from its campus in Virginia.
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