Dance Program Assistant (Student) (FWS)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant to support the Dance Program. You will assist the Dance Program Director and Faculty with a variety of tasks, respond to inquiries, greet visitors, and help coordinate production activities such as auditions and rehearsals.

This role offers 6 hours per week, pays $18.40 per hour, and requires the candidate to be a current AU student with a Federal Work Study award.

Qualifications

• Current AU student with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

Responsibilities

• Answer emails concerning general questions about the Dance Program.
• Greet and touring Dance facilities with prospective students.
• Attend Preview Days.
• Assist with Dance production tasks, such such production auditions, rehearsal planning, copying performance materials.

Job description

Job Summary

Assist the Dance Program Director and Faculty with a variety of administrative tasks. Assist with recruitment activities: answering emails concerning general questions about the Dance Program; greeting and touring Dance facilities with prospective students; attend Preview Days. Assist with Dance production tasks, such production auditions, rehearsal planning, copying performance materials.

Essential Functions

• Answer emails concerning general questions about the Dance Program.
• Greet and touring Dance facilities with prospective students.
• Attend Preview Days.
• Assist with Dance production tasks, such production auditions, rehearsal planning, copying performance materials.
• Other duties assigned.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Part-time.

6 hours per week.

Salary Range

$18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

Current AU student with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.

Job Details

• Department: College of Arts & Sciences
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions.
• FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions.
• For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Location

Washington, DC.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Additional Information

American University is an E-Verify employer. American University is a student centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

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