Department Coordinator II

Department: Location: Health Sciences Center Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Job Req ID: R109534 Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Grade 2 (Hourly) Position Description: The Department Coordinator II serves as the first point of contact for the School of Nursing, creating a welcoming, professional, and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and community partners. This position oversees the daily operation of the reception area, provides exceptional customer service, coordinates front office activities, supports operational functions, and assists with special projects and events that contribute to the efficient operation of the school. Final salary will be based on education, experience, and internal equity, but target salary is approximately $19.48/hour. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Reception & Customer Service Serve as the primary receptionist for the School of Nursing. Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, prospective students, visitors, and vendors in a courteous and professional manner. Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls. Respond to general inquiries or direct individuals to the appropriate department. Provide information regarding school services, events, and campus resources. Maintain a welcoming and professional reception area. Building Access & Security Monitor front entrance access and assist visitors entering the building. Submit and track building access requests in accordance with university procedures. Follow established building security procedures. Report security or facility concerns to the Director of Operations. Administrative & Operational Support Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages. Coordinate outgoing mail and shipping as needed. Order, receive, and maintain office supplies, ensuring adequate inventory levels. Assist with Business Office tasks. Maintain and update the digital lobby display with announcements, events, and other approved communications. Assist with commencement, orientation, recruitment events, and other School of Nursing programs and special events. May require occasional evening work. Provide backup support for operational functions during peak periods, including assisting with administrative and facilities-related tasks. Support special projects and operational initiatives as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and daily operations of the School of Nursing. Student & Visitor Support Assist prospective students by providing general program information and directing them to the Student Services. Assist current students locate campus resources and appropriate contacts. Provide exceptional customer service to all constituents. Other duties as assigned Preferred Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree. Experience in higher education. Experience with university administrative systems. Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. 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