University at Buffalo
Administration/Managerment

Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool

Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$37,862

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Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Temporary Office Assistant 1 Pool
Classification Title Office Assistant 1
Department The University at Buffalo
Posting Number C260081
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64175
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 02 - CSEA (Admin)
Appointment Type
Classified Appointment Term Temporary
Classified Position Type Competitive Classified
Temporary Until
Salary Grade SG06
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The University at Buffalo is accepting applications in a continuous recruitment effort to fill current and future Temporary Office Assistant 1 positions. Applicants are contacted on an as-needed basis to fill temporary positions ranging in duration from one week to 89 days.Positions range in hours from part-time to full-time. Campus and department may vary depending on the assignment.

As a temporary Office Assistant 1, you will spend the majority of your work time performing a combination of clerical tasks using computer tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Tasks may include:
  • Providing general office support to a broad and diverse population
  • Answering telephones and serving as a point of contact
  • Scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars
  • Performing basic calculations and data entry
  • Carrying out inventory functions
  • Assisting with record keeping
  • Sorting and distributing mail

This is a great opportunity to gain on-campus experience and professional references. As a temporary employee, you can explore various departments and positions while getting a feel for what it’s like to work at The University at Buffalo. It is not a guarantee when you join the temporary pool that you will find a permanent position with the university. Applicants seeking permanent employment should visit the UB Jobs website for other employment opportunities.

Students are encouraged to apply. These temporary positions are a great way for students to participate in the administrative/business side of the university and gain work experience prior to graduation. We encourage students to explore professional opportunities within our institution, and these temporary positions are a great way to see what it would be like to work at UB.

At The University at Buffalo, we recognize the advantages diversity brings to the workforce and have a strong interest in recruiting candidates from underrepresented minority groups and diverse backgrounds. We hope to build a pool of applicants that is reflective of the diverse student population and the larger UB community.

This is a pooled posting; positions are filled on an as needed basis.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Departmental Operating Needs
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $37,862
Additional Salary Information
Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday
Work Hours Varies
Scheduled Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Job Type As needed
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Human Resources
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-7777
Posting Dates
Posted 09/02/2026
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you interested in working part-time, full-time, or either part-time or full-time?
    • Part-time
    • Full-time
    • Either part-time or full-time
  2. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  3. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs

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  2. Resume

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