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Switchboard Operator/Events Admin Specialist - (Re-Posted)

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

  1. This position answers and routes incoming calls on a complex digital telephone system. 
  2. Provides information obtained from a variety of sources to field questions from the public regarding departments, directions, phone numbers, operational hours, etc.
  3. Dispenses general information in person regarding the college when incoming call load allows. 
  4. Processes reports dealing with telephone information. 
  5. Assists callers in identifying needs and then routing calls appropriately.
  6. Reports console/computer problems to supervisor. 
  7. Works closely with Risk Management as needed by contacting them during emergency or non-emergency situations.
  8. Answers questions and provides some training on-call substitutes or student employees. 
  9. Think quickly and communicate orally with a variety of callers; handle a high volume of calls (e.g., 125 calls per hour); locate correct and/or unique spelling of names from the database.
  10. Provides advanced administrative support not limited to typing, mailing, maintaining required records, taking messages, scheduling appointments, invoicing, prepares and submits requisitions and keeps track of budget expenditures, maintains supply inventory, student schedules, greeting office visitors and other duties as assigned. 
  11. May deliver, pick up, or receive cash payments, documents, supplies, or materials.
  12. May assists management in the supervision of student workers and support staff including processing complex confidential matters.
  13. Assists the Director in budget planning and preparation.
  14. Assists with department website & upkeep.  
  15. Submits works orders for building and equipment maintenance. 
  16. Assists customers with a variety of requests.  
  17. Other duties assigned by the Director. 

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  1. To answer and connect incoming calls to Laredo College.
  2. Provide information and assist student or community inquiries.  
  3. They will collaborate with many colleagues to facilitate aspects of the event system management process and explain procedures for reservations.  
  4. They work with various computer systems and they represent Laredo College in a customer service capacity in the office, events, school tours, etc.      


Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/Skills

NOTICE:  Required Documents
To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.
 
Required:

  • Associates Degree in business or related discipline
  • Two years’ experience in working in a customer service and/or office environment with a strong emphasis on bookkeeping and accounts reconciliation.
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with reliable transportation.  
Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.
  • Higher Education work experience
  • CPR Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Enthusiastic, positive, self-starter, and detail-oriented with strong oral/written communication, interpersonal and marketing skills.
  • Strong analytic and decision-making skills; able to respond quickly to unfamiliar situations; above average problem solver and critical thinker.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills; must be able to effectively organize and maintain large volumes of records. Strong project management skills.
  • Ability to initiate professional contact with people to establish rapport.
  • Must maintain a strong work ethic with excellent follow-through.
  • Self-motivated and able to function independently without extensive direct supervision.
  • Detailed-oriented with a focus on achieving optimum results while maintaining high ethical standards and attention to compliance with college policies, mission, and core values.
  • Interpret questions, identify problems, read reference manuals, and identify actionable insights from ambiguous and sometimes limited information to propose solutions and process improvements
  • Perform data entry and word processing with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.
  • Knowledge and expertise in student technical support skills, i.e., retrieving reports, correspondence operations, and communication products.
  • Ability to multi-task, function under pressure, work independently, accept responsibility with limited supervision, manage multiple tasks to completion, and work with frequent interruptions as part of a team environment.
  • Willingness to lead through positive influence and take ownership and accountability for actions and decisions.  
  • Anticipate needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.  
  • Highly skilled in the use of Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn Ellucian Banner administrative computing system, Event Management System, or other similar systems.
 

Additional Information

Supervision Exercised   
Student Managers & Student Facility Assistants
 
Supervision Received
Director of Event Services 
 
Physical Requirements  
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.  
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.   
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Work Environment 
Work is performed in a standard office environment.    
Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time.  
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
 
Safety  
Required to work safely and follow safety rules.    
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.  
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.
 
Special Conditions 
Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.  
May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.  
May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.
 
EEO Statement 
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices. 
 
Foreign Degrees 
Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service. http://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Out-of-state_Certification/Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services/ http://www.naces.org/members.htm
 
Disclaimer 
The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
 

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