Office Assistant - Animal Science Meat Lab

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JOB TITLE:  

Animal Science Meat Lab Office Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:   

Assist the Meat Lab with daily operations of a state-inspected meat processing plant. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• enter data and file records
• order supplies
• office organization
• scanning, filing and management of records
• laundry
• organization of office
• other duties as assigned by supervisor

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

• assist with other duties in the Meat Lab

COMPETENCIES: 

• reliable, on time and responsible

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Currently enrolled student at UW. 

Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.   

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• meat processing experience
• student in CALSNR

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICABLE TO CAREERS: 

This position teaches hands-and interpersonal skills that can be used in a wide variety of careers. Including, but not limited to, communication skills, teamwork, problem-solving and adaptability.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

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Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ 

Posted Salary Range: $12.00/hour