Temporary Staff Assistant Pool

University at Buffalo

NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Budgeting, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Event Management, Human Resources, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Military, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Team Player
LOCATION
NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details ================

Position Information --------------------

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title: Temporary Staff Assistant Pool Classification Title: Staff Assistant Department: The University at Buffalo Posting Number: P250230 Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59257 Employer: State Position Type: UUP Professional Professional Appointment Term: Temporary

Position Summary ----------------

The University at Buffalo is accepting applications in a continuous recruitment effort to fill current and future Temporary Staff Assistant positions. Applicants are contacted on an as-needed basis to fill temporary positions ranging in duration from one week up to one year. Positions range in hours from part-time to full-time. Campus and department may vary depending on the assignment.

As a temporary Staff Assistant, you will spend the majority of your work time performing a combination of administrative tasks, which may include:

  • Providing general administrative support
  • Assisting with budget
  • Assisting with projects
  • Preparing documents and reports
  • Assisting with the coordination and planning of events

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 its 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.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment welcomes all to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications ----------------------

  • Bachelors degree
  • Experience performing administrative tasks or providing customer service
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Effective problem-solving skills

A combination of education and experience or relevant military training may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications ----------------------

  • Experience interacting with a broad and diverse population
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel

Physical Demands -----------------

Salary Range: $12,161

Additional Salary Information -----------------------------

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 -------------------

  • Contacts:
  • Name: Human Resources
  • Pronouns:
  • Title:
  • Email: ub-hrbuffalo.edu
  • Phone: 716-645-7777
  • Posting Dates: Posted 09/24/2025
  • Deadline for Internal Applicants: 10/08/2025
  • Deadline for External Applicants: Open Until Filled
  • Date to be filled
  • Number of References Required: 1
  • Reference Cutoff Date
  • Instructions to Applicant: Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

About the Company

U

University at Buffalo