**Position Details** Position Information **Requisition Number** Stu04978P **Home Org Name** Office of University Writing **Division Name** Provost and VP Academic Affair **Position Title** Front Desk Representative 2026-2027 - Miller Writing Center **Working Title (if different from Position Title)** **Job Summary** The Office of University Writing is seeking a **Front Desk Representative** who will assist with daily operations and provide administrative support to the Miller Writing Center at Auburn University. University Writing seeks to employ a team of students with a variety of work experiences and strengths. Candidates from any academic discipline are encouraged to apply as long as their interests and/or career goals align with the work of the Miller Writing Center and University Writing. The selection process includes an application and interview. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring committee, which includes current full-time staff members, consultants, and front desk representatives. **Essential Functions** + Assist clients and consultants with administrative tasks, which may include making accounts or appointments, answering questions, or responding to technical issues. + Navigate the online data management platform (Advise Assist) + Understand and execute writing center processes, protocols, and policies + Communicate clearly, quickly, and responsibly with clients, full-time staff members, consultants, and other front desk representatives via phone, email, and in-person means + Maintain the confidentiality of client records + Work regular weekly shifts as assigned + Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development activities as assigned + **Time commitment:** Students are expected to work between 5-10 hours/week each semester (depending on their schedule and preference). Front desk shifts will start in August 2026. Renewal is possible pending satisfactory performance. + **Training requirements:** New front desk representatives who start in Fall 2026 are required to complete an asynchronous training module (available summer) and attend a one day training. Candidates who are not available for training should consider applying next year. **Why Work at Auburn?** + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! **Minimum Qualifications** Candidates must: + Be an enrolled student at Auburn University during the 2026-2027 academic year + Remain in good academic standing for all semesters employed **Preferred Qualifications** Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate or have the ability to learn the following skills: + Critical thinking and problem solving + Interpersonal communication and active listening + Prior teamwork experience + Intercultural sensitivity and teamwork + Time management and organization + Software and technology + Available to continue working in 2026–2027 academic year + Available for asynchronous training via Canvas starting about August + Available for one day of mandatory training prior to the beginning of the semester + Available to work between 5-10 hours/week, beginning in August 2026 depending on availability **Pay Rate** $12.00 per hour **Work Hours** 5-10 **City position is located in:** Auburn **State position is located:** Alabama Posting Detail Information **Posting Date** 01/22/2026 **Closing Date** 03/15/2026 **Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement** It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more. **Special Instructions to Applicants** To begin the application process, complete theonline application via AU Human Resources (https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51677) by **Sunday, March 15** . Candidates will submit the following information: · Personal and academic information (name, email, major/program, classification,GPA , etc.) · Previous employment information (title, start/end dates, responsibilities, etc.) · Responses to open-ended questions (see below for details) Candidates will also be asked to submit responses to the open-ended questions below. Applications missing responses will not be considered, and the quality of your responses to these questions will be used to determine whether you are invited for an interview. **Copying and pasting AI-generated answers is strongly discouraged. Successful applications include specific, concrete examples and meaningful reflection written in an individual voice—qualities that non-human responses often lack.** **Quick Link for Internal Postings** https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57921 **Documents Needed to Apply** **Required Documents** **Optional Documents** 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter