### Description
The Operations Assistant is a multi\-faceted position that may span multiple areas of the business or may be dedicated to a specific department based on the needs of the business and/or time of year. This role acts as support to the Operations, Office, Events, Reservations, and Facilities team(s) to assist in general operations, regular apartment Turnover periods, resident event implementation, and/or special project\-based needs. This position will work closely with the team and vendors to ensure a smooth process and/or project completion according to ACC policies and procedures. This position is entry level, but serves as a high\-impact support position in back\-of\-the\-house related duties that provide our residents with the highest quality experience.
- May serve as a liaison between vendors and staff to include, but not limited to: vendor unit entry/oversight, collecting daily vendor assignment sheets, third\-party and vendor property escorts, vendor set\-up for events, etc.
- May assist the Events Team to coordinate and follow\-up with assigned tasks to include, but not limited to: calling in food orders to vendors/delivery services, assisting in event set\-up and tear down, assist in generating marketing for the event including social media content, serve at assigned host stations during events (food, photography, greeter, prize table, etc.)
- May assist in apartment inspections for damages, and preparation of units/bedspaces for occupancy in accordance with company standards and expectations during the regular unit Turnover process.
- During regular unit Turnover process, assists in quality checks of completed work to ensure market ready status of the units or area of project.
- May assist in audits and tracking as instructed by the Operations, Office, and/or Reservations Teams to include but not limited to: unit assignments, resident accommodation paperwork, key audits, damage walks, vendor completion lists, work order follow\-up calls, etc.
- Responsible for understanding and following the American Campus key policy.
- May assist in updating property systems to support Reservations and Operations Teams in preparation and management of resident information and/or work orders.
- May assists in completing daily duties as outlined in the American Campus Basic Operating Standards and Systems (BOSS) program in support of the Facilities Team.
- May assist in keeping inventory and storing of office supplies.
- May assist as needed with moving, unloading and storing supplies such as furniture or project supplies.
- Attend all mandatory employee staff meetings and company safety meetings/webinars.
- Provide excellent customer service to residents and vendors.
- Our people are devoted to a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equality in the workplace and our communities. We are committed to intentionally executing an evolving set of goals specific to inclusion, diversity, and accountability, driven by empathetic leadership, and embraced by all.
- The core of American Campus culture involves everyone being fully invested in everything that we do down to picking up the smallest piece of trash in the office and around our communities. No matter their position or duration at the organization, everyone picks up trash.
- Serve as an American Campus representative and liaison in all interactions.
- Certain activities involved in this position may be photographed and/or video and audio recorded for quality control and/or training purposes. Compliance with the Photo, Video and Voice Recording Policy is a condition of employment.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- Basic office administrative tasks.
- Communicating effectively, with internal and external customers, including vendors, management, and co\-workers.
- Administrative tasks such as data entry and audits.
- Understand and carry out written or verbal multi\-step instructions.
- Perform routine work without little instruction.
- Operate various types of tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Drive a golf cart.
### American Campus Communities Culture Commitments:
### Skills Knowledge and Expertise
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
### About American Campus Communities
American Campus Communities is the nation’s largest developer, owner and manager of high\-quality student housing communities.
Whether we’re creating a new development, upgrading an acquired community, or partnering with a university to develop or manage on\-campus housing, our goal is the same: deliver the best possible experience for students – at every price point.
And it’s not just about great living spaces and great amenities. It’s about giving students the resources and environment they need to succeed, both academically and personally.
Our Mission keeps us focused:
Our values help us get there.
Delivering the best possible student experience doesn’t just happen. It takes an unrelenting commitment to students, parents and educational institutions. It also takes a corporate culture built on shared values, a higher purpose, and a team of people who truly love what they do. American Campus Communities is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider all qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, for employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.