WLC Assistant (Student) (FWS)

American University•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of World Languages & Cultures at American University is seeking a part-time office assistant for its main office. The role supports office operations, faculty, communications, and departmental events, and reports to the Senior Administrative Assistant. The position is available only to enrolled American University students and requires an active Federal Work Study award. The schedule is 6 hours per week, with availability needed from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. The posting also notes flexibility to work two or three days a week in the office and additional hours during WLC-sponsored events.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate program at American University.
Have an active Federal Work Study award.
Have excellent customer service and communication skills and interact courteously and professionally with students, faculty, and staff.
Be a self-starter with excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team, working closely with other front-office staff.
Show up to shifts on time, call out 24 hours in advance if possible, avoid using the office after hours (9 a.m.–5 p.m.), and be proactive.
Be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MS Excel and Canva.
Experience or interest in marketing and social media.
Bilingual skills or an interest in language studies.
Flexibility to work two or three days a week in the office and additional hours during WLC-sponsored events.

Responsibilities

Take inventory of office supplies.
Restock the downstairs and upstairs coffee and tea stations.
Restock downstairs and upstairs printers with toner and paper.
Restock office supplies.
Assist faculty with copying, printing, shredding, and other office tasks.
Update the WLC Staff Board, including the staff spotlight.
Update the WLC Event Calendar.
Work with the Administrative Assistant to create promotional materials for WLC courses and events.
Follow the WLC style guide.
Create flyers for next-semester courses.
Add and remove flyers on the first- and second-floor bulletin boards.
Post flyers around campus.
Assist with setup and breakdown for WLC events, including the Language Fair.