Front Desk Assistant

Job Summary Provide friendly in-person assistance at the Kresge Library Services office's reception desk. Answer questions from University patrons and the public, perform confidential record-keeping, and monitor visiting students to ensure they follow library policies and procedures. Preferred schedule of 12:00PM - 4:00PM M-F, up to 20 hours/week Responsibilities* PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide coverage at main service area: assist patrons and public visitor inquiries and requests for information or services and direct accordingly, answer incoming phone calls and respond to those as appropriate or transfer or take messages, inform patrons and public of established library policies and procedures. Monitor Gmail and department ticketing system (TeamDynamics). Respond to inquiries or forward to appropriate staff. Perform distribution services for graded, printed exams and assignments: Look up student's records; monitor, track, and input data keeping all records accurate and confidential. Monitor students who review graded, printed exams in the library's seating area, ensuring they follow all rules to keep exams confidential. SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor assignment/exam submissions. Deliver students' notes to faculty members as needed. Deliver assignment/exam materials back to faculty office/mail hub. If necessary, contact the user regarding pickup or delivery to the faculty office/mail hub. Review draft versions of digital coursepacks upon request, checking to ensure that the settings and contents match faculty members' requests. Attend office meetings and contribute to the team and department goals. Other miscellaneous office duties as assigned. Required Qualifications* Cannot be a Ross student or participate in any Ross courses Demonstrated experience in an office setting Knowledge of general information technology including Microsoft Office and Google Office Suite software Excellent customer service skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Great attention to detail and the ability to exercise good judgment and work under pressure Ability to lift 40+ pounds, bend, and stand up to two hours if needed Ability to work as a member of a team Ability to work on-site Desired Qualifications* Some knowledge of one or more foreign languages Some experience in a library or academic setting Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes . U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Detail Job Opening ID 278523 Working Title Front Desk Assistant Job Title PROGRAM ASST (TEMP) Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Temporary FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group School Bus Admin Department ROSS SCH Kresge Library Posting Begin/End Date 6/08/2026 - 6/29/2026 Salary $18.00 - $18.00 Career Interest Temporary Job Opening