Library Communications & Administration Assistant (Student)

American University • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed