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Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS)
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Summary

Location

Washington

Type

part-time

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About this role

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

 

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

 

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Department:

Student Engagement

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The role of the Student Engagement student worker will be to assist the Student Engagement team with project management, presentation and flyer designs, data collection, event planning, and Engage support. An ideal candidate will be a self-starter, detail-oriented, great writer, creative, professional, and have a desire to increase engagement initiatives on campus.   

Essential Functions:

  • Create and design presentations, flyers, and certificates in Illustrator, InDesign, Power Point and Canva for the Student Engagement Team.

  • Manage relevant material for social media accounts.

  • Compile data using Microsoft excel and manage excel documents with precise detail.

  • Assist with project management and event planning and execution.

  • Assist with the AU Market Pantry as needed.

  • Staff events on an as-needed basis during your shift.

  • Maintain a professional and inclusive office atmosphere.

  • Flexible hours for evening hours as needed.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • Part-time.

  • 6 expected hours per week.

Salary Range:

  • $17.95 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Computer skills (word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

  • Expert Microsoft excel skills required.

  • Social Media skills (Instagram, Snapchat, etc.).

  • Effective communication with others (faculty, students, visitors, staff).

  • Graphic Design experience required (knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Video editing, etc.).

  • Good organizational skills and capability of taking on various tasks.

  • Flexible schedule to assist with some evening events.

  • Experience with Engage.

  • Ability to work collectively and independently.

Other Details

  • This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

  • Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • American University is an E-Verify employer.

  • Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

 

Current American University Employees

American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

 

Contact Us

For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email [email protected].

 

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

Other facts

Tech stack
Project Management,Presentation Design,Flyer Design,Data Collection,Event Planning,Social Media Management,Microsoft Excel,Graphic Design,Communication,Organizational Skills,Creative Thinking,Team Collaboration,Independent Work,Engagement Initiatives,Adobe Illustrator,Adobe InDesign,Canva

About American University

The American University Library is a dynamic intellectual community hub where students, faculty, and researchers converge to access a vast array of resources and engage in the creation of knowledge.

Team size: 51-200 employees
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Industry: Libraries
Founding Year: 1979

What you'll do

  • The Engagement Assistant will assist the Student Engagement team with project management, design tasks, data collection, and event planning. They will also manage social media accounts and support the AU Market Pantry as needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS) do at American University?

As a Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS) at American University, you will: the Engagement Assistant will assist the Student Engagement team with project management, design tasks, data collection, and event planning. They will also manage social media accounts and support the AU Market Pantry as needed..

Why join American University as a Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS)?

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Is the Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS) position at American University remote?

The Engagement Assistant (Student) (FWS) position at American University is based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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