Job Title: Building Assistant (Student Position)

Reports To: Operations Coordinator

Location: Lumina Communities at Duquesne University

Compensation: $11.50 per hour. Position not eligible for benefits. Up to 20 hours per week. First possible date for employment is April 15, 2026

FLSA Status: Student Non-Exempt

Summary

Brottier Hall, St. Martin Hall, and McGinley Hall all located on the campus of Duquesne University located in Pittsburgh, PA are managed by Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM)/Lumina Communities. COCM is responsible for all aspects of operational management for Brottier, St. Martin, and McGinley Halls in Lumina Communities. Under the direct supervision of the Operations Coordinator, in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Operations, the Building Assistants are responsible for customer service and administrative functions for the front desk and amenity spaces operations of Brottier, St. Martin, and McGinley Halls.  The ideal candidate for this position is enthusiastic, has great attention to detail, can work independently, and possesses a strong work ethic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversees office supply management by taking inventory and restocking supplies as needed.
Assists with front desk office management and monthly audits.
Coordinates and audits make ready closets/other supplies to ensure supplies are on hand when needed.
Completes regular inspections of common area furniture and amenities spaces, ensuring that furniture is not damaged and amenity spaces are cleaned and maintained.
Assists with parking garage and bike room checks to ensure residents are parked in correct spaces and have parking tags.
Complete regular inspection of common areas; ensuring lobby bathrooms are clean and stocked with supplies and amenity areas are cleaned and maintained.
Assists the office/management team with administrative support including regular building walkthroughs.
Attending all required meetings and trainings pertaining to the building and front desk operations.
Other duties & projects as assigned include assisting with mail audits & return to sender inventory, organization/inventory, move-in & move out.
Other duties as assigned.

Time Commitment  

Building Assistants can work up to 20 hours per week in part-time student work. Office hours are Monday–Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Student desk hours will include evening and weekend hours between 8:00 am – 12:00 am. In addition, work will be available during academic breaks and nights/weekends. Building Assistants may need to return early or leave late from breaks in order to complete training.  

Qualifications  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Obtain high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Current student at a post-secondary institution at Duquesne University or other post-secondary institution
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.  All must be accomplished in English
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Have knowledge and ability operate Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to operate basic office equipment including photocopier, fax, and telephone.  Basic typing and filing skills. Ability to operate basic tools including screwdriver and wrench.
Preference will be given to current Duquesne University students and/or residents of residents of Brottier, St. Martin, or McGinley Hall.

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hand; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.  

Work Environment  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is mid-to high-paced.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  There will be construction occurring within communities. It is imperative that the candidate has a certain degree of flexibility in their work routine and can withstand distractions.

This is not employment contract. This position is not eligible for benefits. 

If you are unable to apply because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact COCM recruitment from our website. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

To provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Capstone On-Campus Management (COCM) will be based on qualifications and abilities. COCM does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 