Administrative Support (Student) (FWS)

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Aid with event logistics.
• Maintain a registration list.
• Create and run an event webpage, and/or run technology for virtual events.
• Research and compile relevant professional development and employment opportunities for program students.
• Aid with marketing campaigns and website maintenance.
• Other duties as determined by the Department Manager.

Requirements

• 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.
• This student must be dependable, organized, and skilled with the Microsoft Office suite.
• The student must also be able to conduct paper filing tasks, not all responsibilities will be digital.

Qualifications

• AU Graduate student preferred.
• Prior administrative support experience is helpful.
• Experience with data analysis.
• Commitment to develop accessible materials for diverse student body.
• Prior office experience is helpful.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.

Benefits

Federal Work Study (FWS) funds can be used for this position, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Pay

$18.40 - $19.50 per hour.

Schedule

5 to 10 hours per week. Remote work flexibility, based upon need. May require occasional evening, in-person or virtual, event attendance.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Some candidates may feel that 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.
• This position is restricted to students with a Federal Work Study Award.

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.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.