Office Assistant

About the role

Film and Video Studies at George Mason University seeks a temporary Office Assistant for the Fall 2026 semester. The ideal candidate should have a strong sense of organization, excellent communication skills, and experience working in an office setting within a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone, takes messages, and responds to inquiries
• Manages department email inbox, including referring complex issues to appropriate contacts as necessary
• Edits class schedules
• Schedules meetings, reserves meeting rooms, and keeps calendars up to date
• Collects paperwork and assists with upkeep of department databases
• Assists with scholarship and award tracking
• Processes vendor payments and honorarium requests
• Provides event support for Visiting Filmmakers Series, Best of Film at Mason Showcase, Arts by George!, and other Film events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong sense of organization, with focus on details
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Capacity to collaborate with others, including working with undergraduate students
• Ability to multi-task on projects, and be flexible and creative
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment
• Knowledge of Banner, Patriot Web, Course Leaf, 25Live, Emma, and Hootsuite
• Strong background in basic design principles, style, and communication standards
• Editorial, persuasive, and copywriting skills
• Some interest in film studies
• Event organization and execution experience