Clerk Grade A

Position Details

Position Information

About Hofstra

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island's largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it's a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus. Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Position Title
Part-Time Clerk, Grade A

Position Number
896806

Position Category
Staff

School/Division
Residential Life

Department
Student Enrollment, Engagement and Success, Office of Residence Life

Full-Time or Part-Time
Part-Time

Description

Reporting to the Director of Residential Life, the Part-Time Clerk provides clerical support to the Office of Residence Life. This position is not scheduled to work during the week of the universities spring break and one week during January session as determined by the academic calendar. This position will work up to 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs receptionist duties including greeting and announcing all visitors in the department.
• Answers telephone calls and routes calls to staff members or takes messages.
• Responsible for receiving, logging, and tracking mail, packages and flowers and contacting recipients for pick up.
• Must be able to utilize University student database including Ellucian Banner, StarRez and Connect to assist in routing calls and answering questions.
• May perform other assigned duties not specifically identified above but which require the same degree of skill and are normally included within the above job description.

Hours: Monday through Friday 10am to 2pm.

Subject to bumping

Qualifications

• Excellent telephone, communication and customer service skills required.
• Must demonstrate cultural competence and the ability to work with students from diverse populations.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook.
• Weekend hours required during peak periods.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Instructions

Deadline
Open Until Filled

Date Posted
03/25/2025

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range
$16.49 per hour

Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.