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Front Office Student Assistant, Creative Writing

The New School
New York City, US
$16 an hour
Full-time

Responsibilities :

The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that promises diversity and tolerance in all areas of employment, education and access to its educational, artistic or cultural programs and activities.

The New School does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex or gender (including actual or perceived gender identity or expression or transgender status), sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, religion, religious practices, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital or partnership status, or any other legally protected status.

The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.

The Schools of Public Engagement (SPE) is seeking a Front Office Student Assistant to work in the Creative Writing Program.

The Creative Writing Program supports New School students, faculty, administration, and the New York City community. We are a busy office composed of staff members, faculty, graduate and undergraduate students.

SPE comprises the School of Media Studies; the School of Undergraduate Studies; the Milano School of Policy, Management, and Environment;

the Creative Writing Program; and the Julien J. Studley Graduate Programs in International Affairs, as well as several programs, research centers and institutes.

The ideal candidate should be reliable and motivated to help with day-to-day operations in a busy, fast-paced office. Selected candidates will be familiarized with Creative Writing’s academic programs, course offerings, events, and curriculum.

This position is expected to work on-site.Pay rate is $16 / hr.

Responsibilities include :

Assist with in-person, telephone, and email inquiries

  • Direct calls / emails / requests for faculty, administrators, or other departments / programs
  • Assist with clerical support for Creative Writing staff and faculty as assigned, including data entry, filing, and other projects
  • Assist in converting analog materials to digital archives : primarily paper and audio to digital media.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Work Mode : On-site work mode

Hourly Rate : Pay rate is $16 / hr.To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume. If you have Federal Work Study, include a scan of your FWS authorization.

Be sure to include the days and times you’re available to work. No calls please.

Minimum Qualifications : Minimum Qualifications :

  • Professional with excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills
  • Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently and use good judgment
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Tech savvy with command of Google Drive, Microsoft Suite, and Zoom
  • Ability to proofread and a keen eye for details.
  • Friendly demeanor and a positive attitude
  • Ability to adhere to University COVID-19 Policy and requirements.
  • Ability to work on-site

Preferred Qualifications : Preferred Qualifications :

  • Students whose concentration is writing and literature are particularly encouraged to apply
  • Proficiency in Adobe Suite a plus
  • Prior experience in an administrative support position
  • 15 days ago
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