Sobre esta vaga de Library Communications & Administration Assistant (Student) na American University
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
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Department:
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Status:
Non-ExemptJob Description:
Summary:
The Library Communications & Administration Assistant helps with various aspects of the library communications team’s daily functions and related projects, while also supporting the functions of the Office of the University Librarian. This position is intended to support the growth and advancement of students’ communications skills while working in a professional office environment.
This position will generally work between the hours of 9AM - 5PM. There will be intermittent opportunities for work outsides of these hours when Library events fall outside of these hours, however these additional hours will never be required and will only be filled by the incumbent as their schedule allows.
Essential Functions:
Developing content for library social media platforms & identifying opportunities for the library to engage with our audiences.
Answering phone calls, greeting visitors to the Office of the University Librarian, & maintaining presence at the administrative front desk.
Assisting the Budget Coordinator with accounting records & maintaining office inventory through routine supply organization & ordering.
Assisting with the planning, set up, & execution / logistical support of student facing and internal library events.
Printing posters & communication/event materials, filing, copying, & data entry.
Participating in periodic team meetings and assisting with special projects as assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Part-time.
Up to 20 hours per week.
Salary Range:
$18.40 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
Must be available to work 8 - 10 hours/week, minimum of 2 - 3 hours per shift as determined by operational needs.
Experience in developing graphics for social media, video/media production, or related skills / experience within the Communication & Public Relations fields.
This position requires a person with the ability to communicate with professionals at all levels and with the public.
Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Previous experience with marketing and communications or organizing and running events in a student leadership or professional environment.
Demonstrated expertise in social media management, graphic design, video production, or marketing & outreach strategy.
The ideal applicant will also demonstrate initiative, the ability to prioritize, and be attentive to detail. They should be organized, able to see projects through to completion, and have a self-motivated desire to strengthen their skills and participate in opportunities to broaden their professional experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
This position is open to students with and without a Federal Work Study award.
A cover letter and resume are recommended for this job.
Candidates invited to interview will be required to submit a portfolio showcasing their graphic design, social media, and/or other relevant experience.
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.
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Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
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