LGBTQIA+ Support Programs Undergraduate Assistant (Student) (FWS)

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Department:

Education & Support for LGBTQIA+

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Center for Student Belonging (CSB) serves as a principal leader, resource and support in fostering a campus environment where students feel a profound sense of belonging, connection, and the ability to thrive. Through education, outreach, and advocacy, we create opportunities for students to grow at AU and beyond. CSB envisions an American University where students of all backgrounds and lived experiences feel welcomed, valued, seen, appreciated and fully integrated into the community, fostering an environment where they can realize their full potential.

CSB is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate student to support the Assistant Director of LGBTQIA+ Education and Support Programs in promoting a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students. CSB is looking for a collaborative team player interested in enhancing the experience of all students, understanding the campus climate, and partnering intentionally with campus partners and administrative offices to tell to cultivate and create spaces that allows students to engage with one another through dialogue in a meaningful and community driven manner.   

Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and execution of LGBTQIA+ student programs and events (orientation activities, social gatherings, educational workshops).

• Collaborate with student organizations and LGBTQ Graduate Coordinator to develop student programs and training.  

• Research, benchmark, and assess CSB and other campuses’ educational & support programs.  

• Provide administrative support for & during Center’s programs and operations to admit participants, track attendance, etc.  

• Co-Manage email accounts.

• Other duties as assigned with general office tasks. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-Time.

• 10 hours per week.

• This is an in person (non-hybrid) position.

• Have availability for CORE Days (Tuesdays and Thursdays), with availability to work after 5:00 PM for evening programming.

Salary Range:

• $17.95 per hour.

Required Education & Experience:

• The Support & Programs Undergraduate Assistant must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program at American University.

• Must acknowledge and understand multi-layered topics of identity, including ability, race, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender expression, etc. 

• Strong interest in LGBTQIA+ experiences and issues (gender identity and expression) with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Excellent interpersonal communications skills (written and verbal) with attention to inclusive language.   

• Self-reflective of one’s own social identities and implications with ability to assist others in examining theirs.   

• Works well with diverse students, staff, and faculty on collaborative projects.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Organized and detail-orientated, with the ability to manage tasks effectively.

• Proficient in social media platforms and comfortable with basic technology tools.  

• Open to learning and exploring new ideas.

• Open to all undergraduate students with Federal Work Study.

• Students must be en