Part-time Overnight Desk Attendant, Gatton Academy

Category: Staff Show Job Details for Part-time Overnight Desk Attendant, Gatton Academy Apply Now for Part-time Overnight Desk Attendant, Gatton Academy The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky seeks qualified candidates for the position of Overnight Desk Clerk. The Gatton Academy is a public residential STEM program established and funded by the Kentucky legislature. It is located on the campus of Western Kentucky University. Students complete their last two years of high school in the program while earning at least 60 hours of college credit. This is a 10-month part-time position with a possible extension into the summer that reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life. Gatton staff are employees of WKU. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs. Monitor the residential lobby and desk between the hours of 11:00pm to 7:00am, remaining awake and alert for the duration of the shift Perform rounds of Gatton Academy common spaces every two hours Welcome and assist students, family members, and visitors of The Gatton Academy Check IDs of visitors and individuals signing out students against the program's records Record students checking into and out of the program Answer the Gatton Academy residential desk phone and accurately direct messages to appropriate staff members Follow established response plans in the event of emergency or concerning activity Communicate via email and telephone with various Gatton Academy stakeholders Provide exceptional customer service Clerical support (file preparation, sorting, researching, etc.) Other duties as assigned Essential Knowledge and Skills: The ability to maintain confidentiality regarding protected student data, including enrollment information, pharmaceutical deliveries, and medical documentation Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Punctual, dependable, and organized Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED Customer service experience Availability for WKU's Fall and Spring semesters and a five-week Summer Camp Ability to work a rotating schedule, including weekdays and every other weekend Additional Information: Compensation and Benefits: 10-month, part-time position (28 hours/week during academic year, up to 40 hours/week during summer camp) $13.00/hour Benefits include partial University tuition waiver once meet employment duration requirements specified in WKU policy. Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment. Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices. Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demirwku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website. Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php For information related to job postings, please email employmentwku.edu.

Location: Plum Springs, KY, US

Posted Date: 4/30/2025