OFFICE ASSISTANT (TEMP)

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Department of Psychology is seeking an energetic and self-motivated professional to serve as the first point of contact at the front desk of the Chair's Office Suite. This position will manage mail and package receiving, maintain departmental and instructional supplies, and provide a variety of administrative support to faculty, students, staff, and visitors. Serving as an integral member of the Administrative Team, this position will assist with reimbursements, room reservations, website updates, event planning, and various other administrative tasks. This position will report to the Administrative Supervisor of our Admin Team.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

• Oversee front desk of the Chair's Office Suite
• Assist with Administrative Team shared email box
• Receive and sort mail and packages
• Make coffee and restock supplies
• Review and approve room reservations
• Maintain and order office supplies
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding
• Update Psychology website and internal Portal
• Assist with event planning and coordination
• Help manage departmental announcements, social media posts, and newsletters
• Manage cleaning of departmental kitchenettes and lounges
• Provide support to Administrative Team
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Familiarity with Google Workspace
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive
• Reliability and dependability
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and have flexibility to shift as needed
• Team-oriented attitude
• Ability to lift 30 pounds, provide onsite event setup and support, and carry supplies across campus when needed

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with updating websites
• Experience with photography and graphic design
• Familiarity with calendar management

Work Schedule

Onsite full-time office coverage is needed from 8 AM to 4:30 PM

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Pay range: $18-20/hour depending on the selected candidate's experience

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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OFFICE ASSISTANT (TEMP)

OFFICE ASSISTANT (TEMP)

Ann Arbor Campus

Onsite

Full-Time

Temporary

Nonexempt

College Of Lsa

LSA Psychology

2/27/2026 - 3/09/2026

Temporary Job Opening