STUDENT-Department of Education Office Operations Assistant

Ithaca College • Town of Ithaca, NY

13d • $16

About The Position

The Department of Education is hiring a student worker to coordinate and maintain administrative tasks for the department. This role will also be responsible for running the department's social media accounts, including Instagram and Facebook, in coordination with the department chair. The ideal candidate will be energized by the department's vision and ensure that all department members have what they need to successfully serve the department's 120+ majors and minors. The Department of Education's vision statement emphasizes a commitment to equity and social justice, aiming to prepare creative, culturally competent, critically reflective graduates who possess deep knowledge and collaborate to achieve high-quality education for all.

Requirements

• Available for the full 2026-2027 academic year (Fall and Spring semesters)
• Must be committed to working consistent hours every week, though schedule is flexible
• Familiar with social media account maintenance and curation
• Comfortable working with students, staff, faculty, and prospective students
• Able to work independently
• Able to identify and carry out routine tasks
• Able to take initiative to develop or modify systems to be more efficient or effective
• Open to direction and feedback
• Work well independently
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• At least one year of Office Assistant (B) experience

Nice To Haves

• Committed to issues of social justice

Responsibilities

• Front desk coverage including answering phones and welcoming visitors
• Creating and updating promotional materials using Canva and other campus supported platforms
• Photocopying, scanning, running errands, and making sure that the office is presentable to guests
• Updating website using Drupal
• Think Tank Tuesday/Thursday Events
• Education Department library maintenance
• Tracking and ordering office supplies
• Managing social media platforms and posting consistently on Instagram and Facebook
• Working closely with faculty, staff and students in department programs to develop social media content
• Support for department events, including Spring Lecture, workshops, and admissions events
• Weekly meetings with supervisors
• May assist with other department needs as assigned

Benefits

• Meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries
• Apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings
• Fostering both personal and professional growth

What This Job Offers

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