Front Desk Attendant

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Posting Number:

20250644T

Position Title:

Front Desk Attendant

Position Type:

Staff

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Posting Number:

20250644T

Position Title:

Front Desk Attendant

Position Type:

Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA

Work Schedule:

casual/seasonal

Approximate Number of Hours per Week

12-20

Department:

730-Athl - The Pavilion

Position Summary:

Responsible for manning the front desk at the Jake Nevin Field House/Talley Athletic Center: greet and direct all visitors; handle all department mail; and answer the general information telephone line.

All duties must be completed in compliance with University and NCAA rules and regulations.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greeting visitors in a warm and welcoming manner that will reflect positively on the university, directing them to the correct office or individual, and answering any questions that individual may have.
• Sorting and delivery of mail and handling delivery of packages.
• Answering phone in a welcoming manner
• Walk around and inspect facilities for open doors, trash, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Required.
• Ability to direct visitors to proper office, coach or university location.
• Understanding the weekly schedule within all Villanova athletic facilities to quickly assist any questions an individual may have.
• Weekly schedule will always be provided Monday morning.
• Ability to interact with staff, coaches and visitors on a regular basis.
• Create a memorable welcoming experience to reflect positively on Villanova University.
• Ability to operate select office machines.
• Ability to operate phone systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Villanova University attire or button down/collared shirt. Khaki or dress pants. Hats are permitted but must be Villanova or Nike branded. Must be worn forward. Clean sneakers or dress shoes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good people skills, customer service skills a plus.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Some inspection of facilities may be required at various times of the day.
• Working through packages in the mail room

Special Message to Applicants:

EEO Statement

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Posting Date:

08/11/2025

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

08/01/2026

Salary Posting Information:

$15/hr.

Job Classification:

non-exempt

Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you first hear of this employment opportunity?

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   • Professional Affiliation/Trade Website
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   • Advertisement in Academic or Professional Publication
   • Referred by a current employee
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   • Heard about it at a conference or career fair
   • Browsing the Villanova website
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