Temporary Administrative Assistant

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Administrative Assistant

Hours: This is a full-time position (40 hours, Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm)

Pay: $18.00 per hour
Campus: Evanston
Approximate start date:8/5/2026
Approximate end date: 9/18/2026

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary Administrative Assistant.

Temporary Job Description:

The temp Administrative Assistant position serves in a customer service role during move-in season for Residential Services. They will be responsible for answering the telephone on the HOME phone line, greeting guests to our suite, answering questions, identifying and analyzing the residents' housing-related problems, and directing them appropriately, and responding to emails sent to the shared Housing@ email account. This position requires a High School diploma, excellent organization and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as within the team.

In addition to salary, this temporary position is eligible for paid time off and paid sick time in accordance with Northwestern University policies. This position is not eligible for other benefits offered to regular staff positions

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.