At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to approximately 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design and the College of Performing Arts (Mannes, Jazz, and Drama), Lang College and the New School for Social Research, and Parsons Paris. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Management of space & material: Opening, closing space, ensuring that materials are stored safely, and are accessible to students, and keeping space tidy. 
• Executing material exchange transactions: Assisting students with dropoff / pickup of materials, including accounting of points on the material exchange ledgers. 
• Management of volunteer program: Scheduling and training of students volunteering time in the Material Exchange.
• Collaboration: Work with students, faculty, and staff to create an engaging space where materials are housed for students.
• Communications: Managing announcements on Material Exchange website, social media. 
• Team Meetings: Being available to meet with Material Exchange director and volunteers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest and Knowledge: Strong interest in the built environment is encouraged.
• Design Skills: Graphic design experience (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Communication and Teamwork: Strong communicator and team player.
• Proactivity and Independence: Enthusiastic, proactive, and independent.
• Time Management: Skilled at executing multiple projects simultaneously with efficient time management and exceptional attention to detail.
• Feedback Responsiveness: Responsive to feedback.
• Appreciation: Appreciation for arts, design, student life, and higher education.
• Availability: Available during office hours, with occasional evening hours to support students
• Knowledge of SCE: Familiarity with SCE’s disciplines is a plus but not required.

WORK MODE:

Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. This position will require 2 days of on campus work. There will be times that this position can be remote however, this will be discussed as projects come in. #LI-DNI

HOURLY RATE: $18 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

This role will require the management of space & material in addition to opening, closing space, ensuring that materials are stored safely, and are accessible to students, and keeping space tidy. This position will also be executing material exchange transactions. Including however not limited to assisting students with dropoff / pickup of materials, including accounting of points on the material exchange ledgers.