Administrative Support Assistant (Student)

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Department:

School of International Service

Time Type:

Part time

Job Description:

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

Responsibilities:

• This student must be dependable, organized, and skilled with the Microsoft Office suite.
  
  
• Assist with event logistics, such as maintaining a registration list, creating an event webpage, and running technology for virtual events.
  
  
• Research and compile relevant professional development and employment opportunities for program students.
  
  
• Assist with marketing campaigns and website maintenance
  
  
• Other duties as determined by the Department Manager.
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

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

Salary Range:

• $17.50-$17.75 per hour
  
  

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, etc.
  
  

Preferred Education and Experience:

• AU SIS undergraduate.
  
  
• FWS Student.
  
  
• Prior administrative support experience.
  
  
• Prior office experience.
  
  
• Experience with data analysis.
  
  
• Commitment to developing accessible materials for a diverse student body.
  
  

Additional Information:
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.
  
  
• American University is an E-Verify employer.
  
  
• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
  
  

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