Literature Assistant (Student) (FWS)

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College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Summary:

The Department of Literature is seeking a Federal Work Study student to provide assistance to the department office team. The Staff Assistant works closely with the Literature Senior Administrative Assistant and department chairs in a variety of day-to-day and programmatic tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Performing general office duties such as photocopying, word processing, and sorting/distributing mail.

• Greeting visitors, assisting staff/faculty/students with their inquiries, and answering telephone calls.

• Providing information orally and in writing to persons seeking information.

• Placing book orders, such as requesting desk copies.

• Creating flyer and promotional materials in Canva for courses and department events.

• Assisting with Department of Literature projects and events, including event and catering set up.

• Creating the department newsletter with information on events, job opportunities, etc.

• Receiving and keeping records of MFA and MA applications for grad program directors.

• Performing any additional duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 5 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• 18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Strong word processing and general computers skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task.

• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Great attention to detail, including effective proofreading skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with graphic design programs (such as Adobe or Canva) a plus.

• Knowledge of the Department of Literature programs is a plus.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Additional hours available on an as-needed basis. Scheduled work hours are flexible within the 9-5 business hours.

• This position is restricted to students with a Federal Work Study award.

• Please attach a cover letter, resume, and schedule availability when submitting an online application.

• Department of Literature located in Battelle-Tompkins 237.

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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