Southern Utah University

Department Assistant

#52406
English

Details:

  • Category: Work Study
  • Openings: One
  • Position Type: Student Hourly
  • Posted on: November 14, 2025
  • Open until: filled
  • Work Hours: 20 hours per week
  • Wage: $10/hr
  • Location: Cedar City, UT

Description:

As an Assistant to the English Department, you will provide essential support to the Administrative Assistant, Department Chair, faculty, and staff in completing day-to-day operational tasks. This role includes serving as a primary point of contact at the Departments front desk, offering excellent customer service to students, visitors, and university personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with routine administrative duties and departmental projects as assigned
  • Monitor and respond to departmental emails and phone calls in a timely and professional manner
  • Manage front desk operations, including greeting guests and directing inquiries to the appropriate personnel
  • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages throughout the department
  • Support scheduling, document preparation, filing, and other clerical functions to ensure smooth daily work flow

Qualifications:

  • Must be an enrolled SUU student for duration of employment in the English Department.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
  • Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Word, Excel, Email etc.)

English Major / Minor preferred but not required


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