Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• Up to 20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. Unsolicited applications to this posting will NOT be considered.

As a Desk Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face of the Wilkerson Service Center, helping students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. You’ll get hands-on experience in customer service, campus operations, and problem-solving, all while supporting the day-to-day flow of campus life. This includes sorting and distributing mail, issuing keys and FOBs, communicating campus events, and assisting the Housing & Residence Life Operations Manager with a variety of tasks. Some shifts may involve driving a UND vehicle to campus housing locations, fun for anyone who enjoys being on the move!

This is a great opportunity to gain professional experience, improve communication and organization skills, and be part of a friendly, supportive campus community.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors
• Sort mail and packages for distribution; may include driving to various campus housing mailbox locations
• Issue pass keys for lockouts or lost keys
• Assist with communication of campus events and activities
• Assist in departmental processes

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a valid US driver’s license.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
• Desire to be genuinely helpful and assist students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors is essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, professional and detail oriented
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality (FERPA)
• Knowledge of UND residence halls, apartment communities, campus offices, and resources is preferred
• Tech-savvy with a willingness to adapt to new systems
• Provided staff shirt must be worn during shifts

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Flexible schedule: Desk Assistants are expected to work 5–20 hours per week. Shifts are available:
  • Weekdays: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Weekends: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Closed on official UND holidays
• Occasional weekend, holiday, or break work may be required
• Preference given to students with a very flexible schedule who are willing to pick up shifts as available
• Long-term potential: This position may continue through summer 2026 and future semesters, depending on performance, availability, and budget

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

• Resume
• Application
• Copy of fall semester availability

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.