Administrative Support Assistant, DGI (Student)

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University.

Department:

School of International Service

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Administrative Support Assistant is a student who will work with the Department Manager for the School of International Service’s Global Inquiry Department. This position will assist with project-based organizational tasks, including, but not limited to, data collection, maintaining inbox, and front office coverage.

Essential Functions:

• This student must be dependable, organized, and skilled with the Microsoft Office suite. Prior office experience is helpful.
• Assist with event logistics, such as maintaining a registration list, creating an event webpage, and running technology for virtual events.
• The student should be able to conduct basic research, analyze data, and compile relevant opportunities to support student engagement and development.
• This position will assist with basic communication, social media campaigns, and website maintenance for the department.
• Other duties as determined by the Department Manager.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• Student.
• 10-20 hours per week.
• In-person work modality.
• May require occasional evening, in-person, or virtual event attendance.

Salary Range:

• $17.50-18.50/hr. (commensurate with experience).

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work self-sufficiently on assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Canva, etc.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• AU Undergraduate or graduate student
• Prior administrative support experience is helpful.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• These qualifications would contribute to being successful in this position. Some candidates may feel they must have all the skills and experience before applying; we remind you that this is not the case. We will consider other relevant qualifications when evaluating your application for this position.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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