Temporary Clerical Support Continuous Recruitment

Founded in 1861 the State University of New York at Oswego is a premier public university located in Central New York on the scenic shores of Lake Ontario just 45 minutes from Syracuse. SUNY Oswego enrolls nearly 7000 undergraduate and graduate students and is known for its commitment to academic excellence inclusive community and student-centered success.

A proud member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system Oswego offers more than 140 academic programs across the arts and sciences business communication education and STEM. The university is consistently recognized among the top regional public institutions in the North by U.S. News & World Report and named a Best Regional College by The Princeton Review for more than 20 years.

SUNY Oswego is also an engaged workplace community dedicated to supporting employee growth innovation and well-being. With a focus on equity inclusion and real-world impact Oswego provides a dynamic environment where faculty and staff help shape the future -both for students and for higher education.

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The State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill future full and part time Temporary Clerical Support positions as they become available.

Review Date: SUNY Oswego is accepting applications as a continuous recruitment effort for the Temporary Clerical Support position. If/when vacancies occur applications will be reviewed. Hours and shifts vary based on operational needs. You will only be contacted as needed for interviews.

Salary: In accordance with the CSEA Administrative Services Unit Agreement. Positions last no longer than 3 months and are not benefits eligible.

Description of Responsibilities:

• Answers phone calls in a professional manner and assist callers.
• Enter data into various software programs.
• Maintain files and documentation: proofread review and correct correspondence documents records and other written material.
• Receive and distribute mail.
• Maintain office machines and equipment.
• Schedule appointments meetings and training.
• Maintain staff calendars.
• Perform routine office activities.

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of office and secretarial practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of proper and grammatical usage punctuation and spelling.
• Ability to use modern office equipment.
• Ability to determine priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year of satisfactory secretarial experience.

OR

Satisfactory completion of a one year course in secretarial Science from a business school registered with the NYS Education Department a New York State Community College or technical institute recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable practices;

OR

A satisfactory combination of 1 and 2 above.

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To Apply:

• Submit a cover letter addressing qualifications and specifically addressing your experience
• Resume
• Copy of certificates related to qualifications
• Contact information for three professional references(only the three referees listed in your Interview Exchange application can be considered and contacted) electronically by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.

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