Temporary Employee (TES) Full-Time

Carnegie Mellon University - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Pittsburgh, PA

Educational Services

About the position

Did you know that you could have the opportunity to work in a position with good benefits, and learn new skills in a temporary position with a world-class research institution? The Temporary Employment Service (TES) at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is committed to supporting the success of its staff members and offers excellent benefits along with an opportunity to grow your career with Carnegie Mellon. TES is a highly recognized internal resource that provides temporary administrative support to a dynamic campus population. We provide you with a platform to showcase your abilities while growing valuable new skills. You will have the opportunity to enroll in university staff medical benefits while working in an environment of collaboration, professional development and service that support departmental and university strategic goals. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of individuals who share our values and are equally as passionate about engaging with a campus community that excels in creativity and supports innovation. In temporary assignments with us, you will be responsible for providing outstanding clerical and administrative support to staff and faculty in business, academic or research environments throughout the university with proficiency and integrity. Vital qualities include effective communication and outstanding attention to detail along with reliability and technical expertise. Your ability to demonstrate initiative, think critically and resolve issues creatively will help ensure a positive work experience. Being a member of the TES is an ideal way to become familiar with this extraordinary university; its innovative people, vibrant campus and deeply-rooted values.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating large and small events; seminars and conferences, registration, reserving meeting space, catering, facilities and technical resources, etc.
• Coordinating and maintaining office calendars, prioritizing and coordinating meetings, gathering and disseminating meeting materials
• Assisting other employees with diverse projects as needed
• Preparing travel arrangements and building travel itineraries
• Supporting financial transactions; expense reimbursement submission/tracking and procurement card reconciliation using Oracle Financials
• Performing complex data entry and database maintenance
• Preparing reports and assisting with presentation preparation; proofreading and writing
• Interacting with students, staff, faculty and other guests in a professional reception desk atmosphere

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of training and experience required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Prior administrative/office support experience; one year experience preferred
• PC proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Prior experience in a university environment preferred
• Successful Background Check

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off and observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• Fitness center access