Position is the receptionist for the College of Forestry and Conservation: answers the telephone and routes calls; disseminates mail; maintains office supplies; maintains copy room organization; troubleshoots office equipment and schedules maintenance; schedules conference rooms, class rooms and various equipment; maintains appointment calendar for the Student Services Director; processes credit card deposits; provides undergraduate and graduate information; assists with the scholarship program; assists with summer and spring orientations; assists in maintaining student records, forms and filing

Provides administrative support to the Dean, Accounting office and other personnel as requested: filing; posting and dissemination of various informational documents; performs campus errands; assists with special projects and completes other duties as assigned

High school graduation and one (1) year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, business English, grammar, spelling, composition, and punctuation

Demonstrated customer service skills with the ability to provide positive professional guest service in a busy environment with frequent interruptions

Effective public relations, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate to a diverse group of individuals

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others (co-workers, faculty, students and University departments)

Knowledge of or the ability to learn The University of Montana policies and procedures

Ability to maintain accurate calendars and schedules; schedule rooms, meetings, equipment

Demonstrated skill in the operation of personal computers and related word processing, spreadsheet and database software with the ability to learn new software

Ability to use and troubleshoot standard office equipment; copiers, fax machine, multi-line phone system

Ability to problem solve and maintain a professional, personable demeanor during sometimes stressful situations

Demonstrated organizational, time management, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records and files

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with Banner database software

Demonstrated knowledge of The University of Montana policies and procedures

Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to climb to the third floors of non-accessible buildings