Office Assistant, Faculty Development - $8.00/hour

Student Activities Board; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An academic support board is seeking an Office Assistant to assist with research, marketing, and events in the Faculty Development office. Ideal candidates will have strong written and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and prefer experience with tools like Adobe and Canva. This part-time position offers flexible hours and various tasks to support faculty development activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Experience with Adobe and Canva is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform office duties such as creating PowerPoint presentations and designing flyers.
• Assist with programs and events related to Faculty Development.
• Research topics related to Faculty Development.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Willingness to work with a team

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Canva

Job description

Position Information

• Position Title: Office Assistant, Faculty Development - $8.00/hour
• Position Type: Student
• Number of Open Positions: 1
• Department: Office of Faculty Development (2044)
• Campus: Main Campus (Grantham)
• Supervisor: Elise Buchanan
• Work Period: Acad Yr 2025-26
• Hours Per Week: 10
• Duration of Appointment: Fall, Spring

Work Details

• Scheduled hours will be determined based on hired student’s availability and will occur during Faculty Development office hours.

Position Description

Position Summary

This position will assist office personnel with research, marketing, annual reports and special events pertaining to the Office of Faculty Development, The Boyer Center, Teaching and Learning, Christian Faith and Academic Vocation, and New Educator Orientation.

Qualifications

• Strong written and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Experience

• Experience with Adobe and Canva is preferred.
• Experience with other related tools may be discussed on assignment.

Skills, Characteristics

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Willingness to work with a team

There may be specialty skills required that are dependent on the job; expectations for those will be discussed and clarified on assignment.

Dress Code and Working Conditions

• Dress Code: N/A
• Special Working Conditions: N/A

Required

• Background Check Required: No

Responsibilities

• Perform office duties such as creating PowerPoint presentations, website edits, and designing posters, flyers and invitations.
• Assist with programs and events.
• Research topics related to Faculty Development.
• Make copies, prepare, and print documents.
• Assist the Dean for Faculty Development and other Faculty Development leaders with various projects and reports.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
• Be responsive to emails and other communications.
• Commit to the work of assigned projects and follow through until completion.

Secondary Duties

• Other duties as assigned

Application and Posting Details

• Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
• Posting Specific Questions: Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
• Required Documents: Cover Letter/Letter of Interest, Resume
• Optional Documents: Letter of Reference #1, Letter of Reference #2

Posting contact: Human Resources and Student Employment offices at Messiah University, Mechanicsburg, PA