Student Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS)

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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, 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.

 

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Student Engagement

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Summary:

The Student Engagement student worker will support the Student Engagement team with event facilitation, project management, presentation and flyer designs, data collection, and Engage platform support. An ideal candidate is a self-starter who is detail orientated, a strong writer, creative, professional, and motivated enhance student engagement initiatives across campus.   

Essential Functions: 

• Support the preparation and execution of Student Engagement led events including Eagles at Night and Thank Clawed It’s Wednesday.

• Provide day-of event support including assisting with set up, breakdown, and on-site logistics such as staffing activities.

• Create and design presentations, flyers, and social media graphics in Illustrator, InDesign, Power Point and Canva for the Student Engagement Team.

• Manage relevant material for social media accounts.

• Compile data using Microsoft excel and manage excel documents with precise detail.

• Assist with project management.

• Assist with the AU Market Pantry as needed.

• Maintain a professional and inclusive office atmosphere.

• Flexible hours for evening hours as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

 Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 5 - 7 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• This position is restricted to current/enrolled students at American University.

• Student must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

• Computer skills (Microsoft suite, Engage, etc.).

• Social Media skills (Instagram, Snapchat, etc.).

• Effective communication and customer service skills when working with various stakeholders (faculty, students, visitors, staff).

• Graphic Design experience required (knowledge of Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Video editing, etc.).

• Strong organizational skills and capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Flexible schedule to assist with some evening events.

• Ability to work collectively and independently.

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.

 

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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