Company:
Minnesota Careers
Location: Bloomington
Closing Date: 09/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Job Details
Working Title: Office Specialist - Bookstore Assistant
Job Class: Office Specialist
Agency: Minnesota State
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong . As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Classification: Office Specialist
Temporary, Full-time
Position dates 12/11/2024 - 1/31/2025
8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday (hours may vary)
Salary Range: Hourly from $20.02 to $23.76
*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
The vacancy is posted on-line from Wednesday, October 30th - Monday, December 2nd 2024.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Working with a talented team in Normandale's Textbook Depot, you will use your exceptional customer service skills, along with basic computer skills and your superior attention to detail, to ensure our students have the books and materials they need to progress toward their educational goals. You will assist with receiving and shelving books, fulfilling web orders, and helping students with placing their web orders, along with providing customer service via email, phone, and in-person to students, staff, and faculty. Normandale is currently hiring for 10 open positions.
This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
• Communication skills (reading, writing and speaking) sufficient to understand and be understood during in-person, email/written, and phone interactions with others
• Proficiency with computers, email, and Microsoft Suite Software sufficient to communicate professionally via email, navigate documents, and maintain organized electronic records
• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles sufficient to identify each customer's needs, meet quality standards for services, and evaluate customer satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
• Web order processing experience
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments
• Attention to detail and clerical skills sufficient to receive, file, store, and review source documents, compare documents to database information, and edit, code, and correct documents.
• Ability to follow written and oral work direction and work independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment. Must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups, including students, administrators, faculty, staff, and vendors; experience working in higher education.
Physical Requirements
• Move items weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis
Application Details
How to Apply
To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: and select Normandale Community College from the Institution menu or ty pe JR0000000888 in the search bar.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact John Norman at or 952-358-8358 .
About Normandale
Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided. Learn more about working at Normandale Community College .
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at .
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Working Title: Office Specialist - Bookstore Assistant
Job Class: Office Specialist
Agency: Minnesota State
- Job ID : 81392
- Location : Bloomington
- Telework Eligible : No
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Temporary
- Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 10/30/2024
- Closing Date : 12/02/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Normandale CC-AFSCME
- Division/Unit : Student Center / Bookstore
- Appointment Type : Temporary, Full-time
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $20.02 - $23.76 / hourly; $41,801 - $49,610 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
- Work Area : Bookstore
- Anticipated Start Date : 12/11/2024
- End Date : 1/31/2025
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong . As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Classification: Office Specialist
Temporary, Full-time
Position dates 12/11/2024 - 1/31/2025
8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday (hours may vary)
Salary Range: Hourly from $20.02 to $23.76
*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
The vacancy is posted on-line from Wednesday, October 30th - Monday, December 2nd 2024.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Working with a talented team in Normandale's Textbook Depot, you will use your exceptional customer service skills, along with basic computer skills and your superior attention to detail, to ensure our students have the books and materials they need to progress toward their educational goals. You will assist with receiving and shelving books, fulfilling web orders, and helping students with placing their web orders, along with providing customer service via email, phone, and in-person to students, staff, and faculty. Normandale is currently hiring for 10 open positions.
This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:
• Communication skills (reading, writing and speaking) sufficient to understand and be understood during in-person, email/written, and phone interactions with others
• Proficiency with computers, email, and Microsoft Suite Software sufficient to communicate professionally via email, navigate documents, and maintain organized electronic records
• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles sufficient to identify each customer's needs, meet quality standards for services, and evaluate customer satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
• Web order processing experience
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments
• Attention to detail and clerical skills sufficient to receive, file, store, and review source documents, compare documents to database information, and edit, code, and correct documents.
• Ability to follow written and oral work direction and work independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment. Must be dependable, self-motivated, and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups, including students, administrators, faculty, staff, and vendors; experience working in higher education.
Physical Requirements
• Move items weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis
Application Details
How to Apply
To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: and select Normandale Community College from the Institution menu or ty pe JR0000000888 in the search bar.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact John Norman at or 952-358-8358 .
About Normandale
Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided. Learn more about working at Normandale Community College .
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at .
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
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