samu
Admin and Retail Support
Edmonton, Alberta · Part-time
Sponsorship not specified$10k-$25kDetected 7 days ago
ExcelCustomer SupportCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OfficeAccounts Payable
About the role
- Our purpose is to enrich the student experience by focusing on their non-academic needs through an array of student-driven programs and services.
- OUR VISION All students benefit from a vibrant student life and culture of empowerment.
- The position plays a vital role on the administrative team under the direction of the Administration and Retail Manager and will be working mainly at the SAMU front desk.
Responsibilities
- Financial & Retail Support- (45%)
- Perform Point of Sale (POS) transactions.
- Maintain SAMU and paid posters Boards throughout campus.
- Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable administration.
- Customer Service & Program Support - (30%)
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
- Financial & Retail Support- (45%) • Perform Point of Sale (POS) transactions. • Track retail inventory • Assist with advertising bookings • Maintain SAMU and paid posters Boards throughout campus. • Prepare table rentals • Facilitate student group deposits. • Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable administration. • Prepare deposits for banking.
- Being accountable and passing on accountability for one's own actions and those of colleagues and the organization.
- The Students' Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) is a non-profit organization working independently from MacEwan University to support students.
- SAMU has an opening for part-time Administrative and Retail Support within the SAMU Building.
Requirements
- Experience handling cash, operating a Point of Sale (POS) system, or processing financial transactions is an asset.
Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling financial transactions and administrative records.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to respond professionally to inquiries and unexpected situations.
- Knowledge of SAMU's programs, services, and governance.
- Standard First Aid/CPR certification is considered an asset.
- Sedentary with Light Physical Effort - Sitting, Standing, Walking, Kneeling, Lifting - up to 50 pounds, Manual Dexterity
- between 10-25 hours/week, depending on availability, between 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.
- Will work around the student's schedule.
- Please address your application to Maria Shin, Administration and Retail Manager.
- Please attach both your resume and cover letter with the application.
- Application Package must include
Compensation
- Salary | $19.00/hour Location of Work | City Centre Campus (CCC)
Benefits
- We are governed by elected student representatives who set the strategic vision on behalf of students.
- With support from over 50 full-and part-time staff, we keep our mandate student-focused to achieve the vision.
- All students benefit from a vibrant student life and culture of empowerment.
- SAMU builds a positive student experience by creating a place to engage and connect, being a champion for all students, and providing opportunities that allow them to get the most out of their educational journey.
- The ability and willingness to find out what the student wants and needs and to act accordingly, taking the organization's costs and benefits into account.
Company info
- The successful applicant requires a cordial manner, excellent organizational skills, great flexibility and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge and experience performing various clerical, administrative and secretarial duties would be an asset.
- Applicants will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are also requirements of this position.
- Employees are expected to arrive on time, give as much notice as possible if absent/late, and follow policies and procedures.
- We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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