Job Description
Req Id:  36959
Job Title:  Administrative Clerk
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

The University Residences Clerk will provide operational and clerical support for assigned University Residence hall. Responsible for providing a variety of services including office functions, operations support, and customer service, while working at the main desk area in a student centered environment and prioritize responsibilities. Responsible for maintaining the highest level of customer service. This position will enter and update student records, and prepare reports as it relates to assigned residence halls. The Clerk will assist during student check-in and check-out process. Responsible for hiring and training student employees.  
 
Who We Are at Purdue University:

  • When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.


What We’re Looking For:  

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Three years of experience in a clerical or office role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)  

     
Skills needed:

  • Strong work standards and productivity, decision making and dependability.
  • Strong attention to detail and stress tolerance.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, telephone etiquette, organizational and customer support.  
  • Ability to supervise, train, and direct student staff.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds utilizing the StudentLife mission and teamwork in daily work activity.  

 

What is helpful:

  • Knowledge of University policies and procedures.


Additional Information:

  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.


Who We Are:

  •  Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.


EOE / AA:

  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

 

Education

Typically requires a high school diploma/GED

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt
Posting Start Date:  7/17/25