College Assistant - Business Office - CUNY Advanced Science Research Center

General Duties

Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration. There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as needed. Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year. Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records, operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards, act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required. Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials. Acts as cashier. Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports. Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals. Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment. Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules. May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

Contract Title

College Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

Campus Specific Information

The Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY) is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at CUNY, the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master's programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center's commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences. The Graduate Center (GC) benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni-who in turn teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the Graduate Center enhances New York City's intellectual and cultural life. The Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC) seeks a College Assistant in the Business Office. The incumbent will report to the Finance Procurement Specialist. This is a part-time role for 20 hours per week. The position offers health insurance coverage after 90 days of employment, provided the employee consistently works 20 hours per week. The ASRC is located at 85 St. Nicholas Terrace, New York, NY 10031. This is a hybrid role and the incumbent will work on site and remotely. All full-time and part-time CUNY staff are expected to work in-person at their campus office 80% of their work time. This hybrid work schedule is subject to change. The College Assistant will perform the following responsibilities: Review mailbox for incoming invoices and identify corresponding purchase orders. Sort and distribute incoming mail. Forward invoices that belong to other CUNY schools as appropriate. Submit purchase requisitions in CUNYfirst. Create receipts in CUNYfirst. Prepare reports in Excel based on CUNYFirst data. Reach out to vendors and end users to identify missing invoices. Manage and track procurement data. Reconcile transactions. Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

Other Qualifications

A preferred candidate should have: Strong attention to details and excellent organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and shift focus as needed. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent customer service skills. High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel.

Compensation

$20 - $25 per hour

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

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