Welcome Desk Assistant

Department

Social Work

Position Summary

The Welcome Desk Assistant in the Department of Social Work serves as a liaison to students, faculty, and community members by connecting them with departmental and campus resources, and providing support. The Welcome Desk Assistant is often the point of contact for students, faculty, and community members. 

Work Schedule
Willing to work up to 30 hours per week.

Job Duties

- Answer phonecalls

- Level 1 advising

- Delegating tasks to student staff

- Support for department events

- Supporting faculty and staff with administrative task and special projects

- Trains new student staff

Wage

$22.00 per hour

*This position is not benefits eligible and requires enrollment in a PERA retirment account.This is a temporary 9-month appointment with a required 3-month break in employment.*

Required Qualifications

- MSU graduate

- 2- 3 years experience as Dept. of Social Work WDA

Closing Date

12/15/2026

Posting Representative

Darrick Conroy

Posting Representative Email

[email protected]

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.