Student Front Desk Assistant I _Non-FWS

Position Details

Position Information


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Position Title
Student Front Desk Assistant I _Non-FWS


Level of Support
Student Support I


Position Type
Non-FWS


Number of Openings
5


Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)


Wage Per Hour
18.40


Division/School
Division for Student Affairs DSA


Department Name
544102 CAMPUS LIVING


Department Bio

Position Specific Summary


The CLRE Front Desk Assistant will be the first point of contact for visitors and customer
service inquiries to the department. They will be expected to manage the living inbox,
answer incoming calls, and in-person interactions with students, staff and the GW
community. Database management and input into various tech systems. Communicates
on a regular basis with CLRE staff by completing daily shift reports; participates in staff and individual meetings with CLRE Professional Staff. They will also be responsible for managing blue cart and supply rental check in/out.

Standard Position Description


The student will be the first point of contact for visitors and customer service inquiries to the department. Tasks may include: greeting visitors, responding to in person, phone, email inquiries, provide customer service to other students, faculty, and staff; direct inquiries to the appropriate resources as needed; and assist with other office tasks. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.

Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Technology and Data


Required Qualifications


This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications


Excellent customer service skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, computer software proficiency

Posting Detail Information


Job Open Date
07/07/2026


Job Close Date
07/24/2026


Campus Location
Foggy Bottom


Work Type Designation
In-Person


Hiring Manager Name
Madeline Sawyer


Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement


The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.

For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

Background Check


The student employee will:
Work in or have access to residence halls or other restricted areas, or have access to university key - Background check required.