Temporary Senior Operations Assistant

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Senior Operations Assistant
Hours: This is a part-time position (37.5 hours per week/ 7am-4pm / M-F)
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Campus: Evanston
Approximate start date: 5/18/2026
Approximate end date: TBD

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary full-time Senior Operations Assistant for the Evanston campus.

Temporary Job Description:

This position will provide logistical support for day-to-day operations and special events at the Kellogg School of Management. They will receive loading dock deliveries and deliver materials and supplies on campus as needed. This position carries lead responsibility to monitor all loading dock and loading dock ramp activities including the back of house hallway. Manage loading dock operations. Coordinate off-loading of supplies and merchandise. Assist with Mailroom duties including in building deliveries. Monitor loading dock, loading dock ramp, and back of house hallway. Responsible for the service and scheduling of all Kellogg delivery vehicles. Assist in enforcing building policy to govern all building deliveries including tracking, documentation, and monitoring. Provide support for Facilities team by providing operational support including assisting in the following areas: mail room, front desk, PA.

Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Customer service related experience preferred Hospitality/ Retail/ Restaurants
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Keyboarding and Windows environment
• PC skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to effectively work individually or in a team environment
• Competency in performing multiple functional tasks
• A valid driver's license
• Capable of lifting up to 55 pounds
• Willingness to cross-train for other job functions

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

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.