Front Desk Staff -- Math Learning Center
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Job No: 512194
Division/Organization: College of Letters & Science
Department: Mathematics
Job Type: UW Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: VAN VLECK HALL, E B
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $15.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Customer Service, Hospitality, Department and Office Assistants
Department Overview:
The Math Learning Center, housed within the Math Department, is dedicated to fostering academic success. We provide a supportive and inclusive environment for students seeking academic assistance with undergraduate mathematics courses.
Anticipated Start Date:
10/21/2026
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
N/A
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 3 Maximum: 5
Schedule:
We are hiring one person for Fall 2026, with an ideal start date on the week of 10/19. We will require that individual to have at least three of the following hours available: 11am-12pm on Wednesdays through 12/9 12pm-3:00pm on Thursdays through 12/9
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $15.00 per hour
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
Current undergraduate student enrolled at UW-Madison Be in good academic standing Desire to help students succeed in an equitable, collaborative environment Outgoing personality, enjoys interacting with people and providing customer service
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Enthusiastic, outgoing, welcoming demeanor Strong organizational skills Ability to prioritize and handle multiple requests/customers at the same time Reliable and punctual Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion working with the student body Please be aware this position is NOT a tutoring position and no math credentials are necessary. Candidates with customer service experience are highly desired. Your application materials should describe your customer service experience and explicitly address how you meet the required qualifications and expected skills as described in this position description. Please also include the contact information for one reference.
Position Summary/Job Duties:
An ideal candidate will be able to work 3-5 hours per week, have customer service experience, and be very outgoing and personable. As a Math Learning Center Front Desk Staff member, you will serve as the first point of contact for everyone who enters the MLC. You will also oversee all Front Desk operations, which include: Arriving on time for your scheduled shifts Providing excellent customer service to all patrons of the Math Learning Center Greeting and engaging everyone who enters the Math Learning Center Fostering a welcoming and inclusive learning environment Checking MLC staff in and out for their assigned shifts and supplying necessary materials Ensuring students check in and check out at the self-service kiosk Directing students to the most appropriate tutoring resources Answering questions about the MLC Ensuring the MLC and Front Desk reception area remain organized and tidy Collaborating with other team members to ensure the smooth operation of the MLC Complete specific opening and closing procedures Following all policies and procedures as outlined in the Front Desk Staff Handbook Attending occasional Front Desk Staff meetings and professional development throughout the semester
Physical Demands:
Light office work, no heavy lifting
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu
Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: October 13, 2026 09:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Applications close: October 15, 2026 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time
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