Department of Theatre Student Office Assistant

University of Montevallo; Montevallo (AL); On-site; USD 9,092 - 12,949; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Alabama is seeking a Department of Theatre Student Office Assistant to provide clerical and office support in the Theatre Department. Responsibilities include customer service, phone management, and assisting with production programs. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and possess excellent communication skills. This part-time temporary role offers a pay rate of $8.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Dependable and detail-oriented; ability to follow directions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by welcoming and assisting visitors.
• Answer phones and direct calls.
• Assist in designing Theatre Production Programs.

Skills

Dependable

Self-directed

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Ability to use basic office equipment

Knowledge of theatre

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Computer

Copier

Scanner

Multi-line phone system

Job description

Overview

Department of Theatre Student Office Assistant

Position Information

• Posting Number TBD
• Job Title Department of Theatre Student Office Assistant
• Department Theatre
• Rate of Pay $8.00 hourly
• FLSA Non-Exempt
• Estimated Number of Hours Per Week Not specified
• Employment Status Part Time Temporary
• Student Appointment Type Work-Study

General Description

Provide clerical and office support in the Theatre Department office.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly and helpful customer service by welcoming and assisting visitors in the Theatre Office.
• Answer phones, direct calls and take accurate phone messages.
• Make copies and assemble packets and maintain paper supply in copier.
• Organize and inventory office supplies.
• Run errands across campus.
• Assist with social media as requested.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks.
• Assist with designing and developing Theatre Production Programs.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
• Assist in opening and closing the Theatre office in a timely manner during work hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Dress appropriately for a professional setting.
• Be dependable, self-directed and motivated and detail oriented.
• Ability to use basic office equipment (Computer, Copier, Scanner, Multi-line phone system).
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and staff and the public in a positive and effective way.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to follow very specific spoken and written directions.
• Must adhere to strict ethical and legal requirements concerning confidentiality and protecting private information.
• Must possess a basic knowledge of theatre including production and terminology.
• Ability to lift heavy objects at times (estimated 25 pounds) such as boxes of paper. Ability to climb stairs.

Preferred Major

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

None

Number of Vacancies

Open Date

Open Date 09/24/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution

Supplemental Questions

• Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

• Letter of Application
• Resume

University of Montevallo Human Resources and Risk Management

Station 6055 Will Lyman House Montevallo, AL 35115