Enrichment Program Assistant
About The Position
The Enrichment Program Assistant is a part-time role supporting enrichment programming operations and student management. The position creates application calendars for up to 50 enrichment programs, develops training materials for scholars and caregivers, reviews essays, tracks application components, and manages post-application processes such as verifying forms, assisting with visa applications, and coordinating transportation. The assistant leads application groups, schedules individual support for scholars, and helps ensure application timelines are met. The role reports to the Senior Manager of Enrichment Programs. This is a temporary position with a hybrid schedule: in-person work two days a week, including required Saturdays, and virtual work three days a week. In-person attendance is required on all Saturday programming dates. Local travel outside the office is required for Saturday programming at Long Island University–Brooklyn; the location is subject to change. The position pays $25 per hour and is benefits-ineligible.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience working with databases.
- Ability to work Saturdays and occasional evenings.
- Experience working with high school students, particularly in admissions or programming roles.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and manage changing priorities.
- Superior written and oral communication skills.
- Strong collaboration and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in short-term programming or study abroad is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Create application calendars for up to 50 enrichment programs.
- Design presentations and training materials for scholars and caregivers explaining application steps for each enrichment program.
- Review scholars’ application essays and provide constructive feedback.
- Track application components and ensure applications are completed and submitted on time.
- Manage post-application processes, including collecting and verifying forms and assisting select students with visa applications and material purchases.
- Purchase and track transportation for scholars traveling outside New York City.
- Lead enrichment program and scholarship application groups, including scheduling application meetings, creating timelines, editing essays, and tracking application components.
- Schedule one-on-one support for scholars who need additional help with enrichment program applications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
