Job Information
University of Mississippi Receptionist / University, MS in Oxford, Mississippi
This Position is for a Receptionist with a public university work location in University, MS.
Definition of Class
This position performs a variety of receptionist and clerical duties involved in greeting visitors, answering inquiries, making referrals, taking messages, providing information, answering telephone and maintaining records.
Please note that this position has the potential to be either 10 months or 12 months, depending on the needs of the organization and mutual agreement.
Examples of Work Performed
Serves as departmental receptionist to greet visitors and provide a variety of information.
Makes referrals to appropriate personnel and makes necessary arrangements to schedule meetings.
Maintains appointment ledger and contacts affected parties regarding changes in schedules.
Answers telephone, takes messages and responds to inquiries in compliance with general directions.
Processes forms; types and maintains records and files; maintains office supplies.
Opens and distributes mail; prepares letters and literature for distribution.
Assists in clerical duties indigenous to the department to which assigned.
Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.
Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.
Types varied materials such as letters, memoranda and reports.
Handles incoming and outgoing mail.
Places, answers, and directs telephone calls.
Distributes outgoing information from assigned department.
Performs a variety of clerical duties such as maintaining records, typing, processing forms, opening and distributing mail, and preparing letters.
Minimum Education/Experience
Education:
Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GED).
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.