Library Communications & Administration Assistant (Student)

About this role

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.   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.   Important guidance for 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 your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process. Department:

Communications Support

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job 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.

• 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.   Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email  theworkline@american.edu .   American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

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