Summer Employment 2008
There are many employment opportunities within the division of Campus Services this summer. Below are the descriptions for summer employment opportunities within Housing and Dining Services and Conference and Event Services. If you are interested please download the summer employment application (pdf) and return it to the Housing and Dining Services office located in Morewood Gardens E-tower.
Housing and Dining Services Summer Office Assistant
There are (2) positions available in this area
Rate: $8.00 hour
Start Date: May 12, 2008
End Date: August 17, 2008
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday-Friday (scheduled OT evenings/weekends possible)
This position is responsible for various administrative tasks within Housing and Dining Services including, but not limited to, deliveries, typing, filing, data entry, creating spreadsheets, answering telephones, and general front office support. Working with guests in-person and over the phone is a core part of the position and the office has high expectations for all student staff. Summer Office Assistants will also receive Assignments training and provide extra assistance to Room Assignments. Responsibilities include replying to assignments-related email and voicemail, contacting incoming first-years, working with Community Housing-related rental postings and searches, and various mailings and filing.
Office Assistants also must provide general support to the Access Control desk and will be trained on the processes and procedures for that area. Office Assistants must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. In addition, Office Assistants must posses a willingness to assist where needed and work on several projects simultaneously. Attendance at regular staff meetings and training sessions is required. Must be able to work 8:30am-5:00pm Monday thru Friday, with evening and weekend hours as needed.
This position also presents the opportunity to continue working for Housing and Dining Services into the fall semester and beyond. Pay rates are different during the academic year.
Conferences
and Events
There are (6) positions available in this area
Rate: $8/hour; $8.50/hour for returning employees
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 8, 2008
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, primarily Mon – Fri 8:30a-5p (some mandatory weekend/evening shifts required)
The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the professional staff to the Conferences and Events Office in the total coordination of summer conferencing. Duties will include, but not limited to, interfacing with clients and conference guests via telephone, e-mail and in person, maintaining meticulous documentation of client interactions and accurate participant records, contacting campus service providers and city vendors such as hotels, transportation companies, rental companies, etc. This position will develop and post directional signage, check conference venues for accurate setups and immediately correct any discrepancies, and must be financially responsible to accept and record monetary transactions. The staff will be placed on a mandatory on-call schedule that will rotate nightly (including weekends) to support the 24 hour daily coverage of the Conferences and Events Office. The staff occupying this position is required to live in campus housing as a condition of employment. The duration of this position is May 19 – August 8, 2008.
Information
Systems Assistant
There are (3-4) positions available in this area
Rate: $8.50-10.00/hour
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 16, 2008
Hours: 20-37.5 hours/week, primarily Mon – Fri 8:30a-5p (some mandatory weekend/evening shifts required)
Qualifications:
Any qualified student may apply. MUST have some computer programming, database development, and/or web design experience. Must have strong technical and computer skills, be detail-oriented, and be able to work independently or on group projects, and be able to meet deadlines.
Job Description:
Student will be responsible for updating the informational content for web sites in the Division of Campus Services, and develop necessary design and navigational enhancements. Student will be responsible for assisting with developing new office web & database projects, and occasionally work with staff on hardware & software upgrades and repairs. Also, involves other technology-related tasks as needed.
Professional yet fun atmosphere. Your work experience with us will directly benefit your resume. Student employees work on a variety of projects ranging from downright boring to interesting & relevant. We make a solid effort to accommodate student employee interests and skills, while getting our work done in a timely, efficient manner. Past student employees have gone on to Google, Disney, Moody's Investors Service, Deloitte & Touche, etc.
Desk Services
There are (12) positions available in this area
Desk Manager (2)
Rate: $9.00/hour
Start Date: May 12, 2008
End Date: August 16, 2008
Hours: 28+ hours/week (on-call responsibility varies weekly)
A Desk Manager at Carnegie Mellon University is a student staff member employed by Housing and Dining Services whose energy focuses on creating a safe and service oriented environment for the students living in the Residence Houses. Specifically, a Desk Manager is responsible for the supervision, staffing and training of the Summer Desk Attendants and the 24-hour operation of and services provided by the Service Desk.
Desk Managers strive to develop a sense of pride, teamwork, and an awareness of security issues with their staff, and they provide the communication link with other areas within the Student Life Office and Housing and Dining Services. Leadership, organizational skills, creativity and discipline are key components of the Desk Manager position. These responsibilities are carried out under the supervision of the Graduate Coordinators for Customer and Desk Services.
Due to the nature of the on-call responsibility and the need for DMs to be able to respond quickly to the desks DMs will be required to live in on-campus housing for the summer. Scheduling of other commitments such as outside employment, summer classes and research is restricted and must be coordinated with the Graduate Coordinators before the summer starts.
Desk Attendant (10)
Rate: $7.50/hour and $9.00/hour (graveyard)
Start Date: May 12, 2008
End Date: August 16, 2008
Hours: 10-37.5 hours/week (schedule varies weekly)
A Desk Attendant (DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is a student staff member employed by Housing and Dining Services who works at the Summer Service Desks. One key responsibility of the DA is to provide a service function at the desk through such activities as issuing equipment and answering questions. In addition, the DA monitors those who enter the residence houses to ensure the safety and security to the community residing in the resident house. The DA will coordinate with the Conferences and Events and Student Life staff to provide the best service possible to our summer students and clients.
Facilities and Maintenance Services
Each position will be responsible for the general summer duties in the Facility Maintenance of Housing and Dining Services. Some of these duties include the usage of moving/warehouse equipment (dollies, pallet jacks, secure/moving bars and straps), inspection and standardization of room and lounge furniture, maintaining standardization, work completion and inventory records, support and preparation for various facility projects, operating under a modified schedule and completing work according to set deadlines, and miscellaneous project work an duties as assigned. The specific positions are as follows:
Rate: $9.25/hour
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 24, 2008
Hours: 37.5 hours/week (alternative shifts available, possibilities of weekend and overtime work)
The Facility Crew Leader is responsible for the daily supervision and management of the Facility Crew. Duties consist of organization and completion of schedules projects, daily progress updates, inspection of housing units, overseeing communication between the Facility Crew and the supervising Housing and Dining Services representative. Applicants with a valid driver's license, ability to lift and move 50 lbs. consistently, and the ability to pay strict attention to details preferred. Campus housing provided.
Rate: $8.00/hour
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 24, 2008
Hours: 37.5 hours/week (alternative shifts available, possibilities of weekend and overtime work)
Rate: $8.00/hour
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 24, 2008
Hours: 37.5 hours/week (alternative shifts available, possibilities of weekend and overtime work)
The Facility Assistant is responsible for assisting members of the Facility staff in Housing and Dining Services with administrative and special project work. Administrative processes include inspection of Housing facilities, data entry, filing, communication with students, parents, vendors and contractors, as well as miscellaneous project work and duties as assigned. Facility Assistants must have excellent communication skills, the ability to follow direction, complete detailed tasks, and be willing to assist in the operations of the Housing and Dining Services Office where needed. Applicants with computer knowledge (Excel, Word, Filemaker Pro, Auto CAD, etc.) preferred.
Room
Assignments
There are (3) positions available in this area
Rate: Current rate is $8.00/hour
Start Date: May 19, 2008
End Date: August 17, 2008 (with possibility of extending through opening weekend)
Hours: 37.5 hours/week (scheduled OT possible)
The Room Assignments assistants are student staff members employed by Housing and Dining Services who focus on providing customer service and room assignments assistance to the incoming first-year class and their families.
Positions are responsible for assisting the Manager(s) of Assignment Operations with all aspects of the first-year room assignments process. Duties include: tracking correspondence, managing assignments database, responding to e-mails, answering student and parent questions professionally, assisting with mass mailings, etc. All assignments area assistants must be team players, have excellent communication/phone skills, be able to work with minimal supervision, be self-motivated and energetic, and be willing to assist the office of Housing and Dining Services where needed.
Common themes in this area include:
- Customer services (greet customers, addressing concerns, assisting)
- Data entry and editing
- General office duties
- Miscellaneous project work
Requirements:
- Excellent communication and organization skills
- Ability to pay strict attention to detail
- Willingness to work as an integral part of a team
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed