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Office Attendant

By August 15, 2025

August/2025

JOB POSTING

OFFICE ATTENDANT – WESTERN CAMPUS

The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU), the only specialized maritime university in the English-speaking Caribbean, is inviting applications for OFFICE ATTENDANT (LEVEL 1) post.

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will efficiently provide office attendant services to the Caribbean Maritime University ’s premises and functions.

Key Outputs:

-Assigned area maintained

-Customer service maintained

-Meals/refreshment served

-Correspondence/items collected and delivered

Key Responsibility Areas:

-Cleans assigned work areas as per established schedules or as and when required

-Prepares and serves refreshments to meetings/functions etc. as when required

-Dusts windows, doors, ledges, tables and desks

-Cleans bathrooms and replenishes articles such tissues, soaps and sanitizers

-Cleans and disinfects telephone handsets

-Prepares refreshment and serves before or during meetings (as required)

-Assists with the preparation of ironing graduation gowns for graduates; collecting cleaning agents and storing them properly

-Prepares requisitions for cleaning agents and items for refreshment.

-Ensures that tables and chairs in the Conference Room is properly placed and cleaned

-Ensures that pantry/ lunchrooms are kept clean and tidy by washing all glasses, cups, saucers and plates on a daily basis

-Cleans refrigerator and microwave oven

-Prepares and serves refreshment in a pleasing manner and according to schedule

-Displays excellent customer service at all times during the execution of his/her duties

-Other requirements as stipulated by supervisor

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience.

-Graduated Secondary level education with passes in at least two (2) subjects one of which should be English Language

-Heart Certificate

-A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in a similar capacity

-Food handlers permit would be an asset

Interested persons should send their application and resume by August 22, 2025 to:

Director, Human Resources & Administration/Deputy Registrar

P.O. Box 8081

Kingston

Email: recruitment@cmu.edu.jm

 

Kindly note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full Time

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Key Updates from the CMU Student and Staff Town Hall

Dear CMU Community,

Please see below key updates and decisions from the recently held Student and Staff Town Hall, as shared by the University Administration.

Scheduling and Assessment Adjustments

The University will resume face-to-face classes on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Main Campus, while the Port Royal and Western Campuses will resume on Monday, November 10, 2025. Modality details for the affected campuses will be communicated shortly.

-Semester One Final Examinations have been rescheduled to January 3–16, 2026.

-Semester Two will commence on January 26, 2026 and end on May 3, 2026, with examinations scheduled to begin April 18, 2026.

-The current semester will include 13 weeks of teaching and 2 weeks of assessments, ensuring compliance with the University Counsel of Jamaica (UCJ) accreditation requirements.

-Mid-semester examinations will be replaced by coursework submissions or alternative assessments, promoting flexibility amid recent disruptions.

-Course work and class recordings will be made available via the Moodle platform for those with connectivity issues.

-Students who are unable to attend face-to-face classes will not be penalized, and faculty will ensure opportunities to catch up are provided.

Student Support and Financial Considerations

To assist students and staff affected by Hurricane Melissa, the University has implemented several relief measures:

-A Hurricane Relief Fund will be established, and care package distribution will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Montego Bay Campus.

-The Staff Welfare System will be reviewed and reactivated to provide support to affected faculty and staff.

-Tuition payments for Semester One are extended to December 31, 2025 and late payment fees for tuition will be waived to alleviate financial strain.

-All students will receive a 10% tuition discount in Semester Two.

-Students facing hardship due to job losses or other financial challenges are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Student Services or the Students’ Union for assistance.

Our thoughts and prayers remain with all members of the CMU community who have been affected during this challenging time. Together, we will remain #CMUStrong as we support one another and navigate the days ahead with faith, resilience, and unity.