Location: Columbus,GA, USA
About Us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Job Summary
Provide front desk and administrative support for The Leadership Institute and its clients.
Responsibilities
* Manage the front desk/reception area;
* Answer phone, handle mail, greet clients & guest;
* Provide administrative support for client sessions;
* Set up & break down (materials, not tables) training rooms for client sessions, order catering when needed, printing needs, etc.;
* Maintain the client sessions calendar, ensure needed supplies are ordered and stocked;
* Assist with The Leadership Forum; track/manage program attendance, certificates, client databases;
* Attend staff/planning meetings; must have discretion and honor confidentiality when handling finances, client information and communications;
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Available Monday - Friday from 8:30am - Noon; excellent Customer Service Skills; responsible; excellent writing skills and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
* Classified as a Junior, Senior or Graduate student;
* Available both Fall & Spring semester;
* Studying Communication, Marketing, Organizational Communication, Business, Servant Leadership, or related field;
* Have a genuine interest in leadership development.
Proposed Salary
This position is commensurate with education and experience. This position can work up to 19 hours per week.
Required Documents to Attach
* Resume
* Cover Letter
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-###-#### or e-mail to ...@columbusstate.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
* A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
* Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
* Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
* Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.