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Front Desk Assistant

merceruniversity
Companymerceruniversity
CategoryOperations & Admin
LocationAtlanta Campus
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted13 Aug 2026
Last verified13 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (workday)
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Description
Application Instructions: Active Student Employees : If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website . Log in to Workday and type Find Jobs in the search . Locate the position and click Apply . External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it . Job Family: Student Work Study Department: Admissions Supervisor: Autumn Johnson Job Title: Front Desk Assistant Job Description: This is an hourly paid student position for the College of Education located in Atlanta, Ga. The Front Desk Assistant will be the first contact for students/guests entering the office or calling the office. Administrative functions include but are not limited to answering phone calls, handling incoming and outgoing mail, data entry and analysis, flyer creation, and paper/electronic record maintenance. This position requires knowledge of Microsoft office software and a willingness to learn more, as well as interpersonal skills to work with graduate students. Also, Student Assistants must be willing to talk to new students and families in person or virtually as well as support the admissions staff at events when needed. Other duties will be assigned by the Director of Graduate Admissions for the College of Education. . In addition, this position may require some evening and weekend hours, but they will be kept to a minimum. The student assistant will also maintain a professional appearance, work with various computer applications and software, such as Excel, and Word, as well as assist faculty, staff, and students when needed. Pay rate: $13.00/hour Scheduled Hours: 20 Scheduled Hours: 20 Start Date: 09/1/2026 End Date: 05/17/2027