Federal Work Study- Foundations Assistant

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Federal Work Study Foundations Assistant is responsible for assisting the Department Manager with the following tasks:

• Assist with general departmental administrative tasks- copying, filing, scanning, organizing images and files on the computer and in the office.

• Facilities support- checking the building for maintenance issues, outdated and/or damaged signs, printers and copiers that need to be refilled, damaged flyers, trash, etc.

• Setting up for and post signs and posters for Foundations events and workshops.

• Director and full-time faculty support- checking in with Directors and full-time faculty at the beginning of your shift to see if they have any tasks you can assist with, covering the Director and Department Manager’s desks.

• Student Support- Greet incoming students as they enter office, answer questions, and provide information as needed.

• Support on cutting/matting/hanging of artwork as needed - such as during Spring Show periods.

• Daily checks and reset of classroom setups/furniture prior and after classes end.

• Check/stocking of printer.

• Cleaning and organization of props in prop rooms.

• Moving props, easels, drawing horses as needed.

• Able to lift 25 lbs.

Qualifications:
 

Required Skills:​

• Basic computer skills

• Proficiency with Adobe CC and the Microsoft Office Suite

• Organization, an eagerness to help, the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Customer service   

• Preferred Academic Year: Sophomore or above is preferred but not required

Location:

2801 Leavenworth St. (Cannery)

Reports to:
Karen Barrett, Department Manager, Foundations & EAP/ARC

Pay Rate: 

$19.18 per hour

Application Deadline:

February 9, 2026

Work Schedule:

Available to work one or two shifts on Monday, Wednesday & Friday

Federal Work Study schedules can work up to 20 hours per week*

*Federal Work Study work schedules may not conflict with the student's class schedule.

Length of Employment: The student's starting term at the Academy of Art University through graduation.

Academy of Art University offers part-time employees paid sick leave.

Academy of Art University is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered regardless of age, Aids or HIV positive status, marital status, domestic partnership, medical condition or genetic characteristics, race or national origin, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender identity, gender or sexual orientation, name change, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other status protected by federal, state, local or other law. Academy of Art University will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Equal access to the hiring process, services, and employment is available to all persons. Applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected].