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Summer Assistant – Office of Lifelong Learning



Job Description:

The Lifelong Learning Summer Assistant will provide administrative and logistical support for W&L’s Alumni College, Travel program, and W&L at Home. This summer’s Alumni College will feature four distinct academic programs on campus during the month of July. Traveller, W&L’s travel program, offers educational travel opportunities around the globe. W&L at Home provides lifelong learning opportunities in virtual formats. These programs include a podcast, webinar series, and a book club. All Lifelong Learning programs are available for alumni, parents, and friends of the university.

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise.

Essential Functions:
  • Coordinates promotional material for lifelong learning programs.

  • Processes new travel reservations and campus program registrations.

  • Reconciles tour operator passenger lists.

  • Processes trip and event evaluations.

  • Reception of guests – in person and via phone.

  • Creates Social Media posts.

  • Assists with research projects as needed.

  • Creates labels, nametags, and packet materials for Alumni College and Traveller Guests.

  • Other related duties as assigned.

Work Hours: Prefer June 1 through August 31. Monday – Friday 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m.

Minimum Pay: $12.50/hour

Minimum Qualifications: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently. Good customer service and organizational skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Previous experience with photoshop a plus.

Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Resume and cover letter are required. Upload both required documents to the Resume/CV upload section of the application. You will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.

External Applicants: Application instructions for external applicants are located on the jobs.wlu.edu or here .

Current W&L Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Instructions are located at jobs.wlu.edu or here .

Position Type:

Non-Exempt, Part Time, Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

The university requires employees to become fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a minimum of one booster. New employees must provide proof of at least their first shot prior to the first day of employment. Individuals may seek a medical or a religious exemption to the vaccination requirement.

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