Evening Office & AV Support Specialist

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Northwestern University in Chicago is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to perform office duties, answer calls, and assist faculty, students, and staff. Responsibilities include supporting classroom AV equipment, event planning, and calendar maintenance.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 1–3 years of administrative experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Evening hours (M–Th 5:00pm–9:45pm) and potential floating hours are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: High School Diploma and 1–3 years administrative experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in word processing.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for classroom AV equipment and computers.
• Answers incoming calls for initial level support for faculty, students, and staff.
• Develops and maintains process documents and operating instructions for IT/Facilities related tasks.
• Assists with event coordination and class preparations.
• Collaborates with building management office on maintenance and operational issues.
• Maintains SPS academic scheduling calendar.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Word processing

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Apple OS

Windows OS

Audio-Visual equipment

Job description

Northwestern University in Chicago is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to perform office duties, answer calls, and assist faculty, students, and staff. Responsibilities include supporting classroom AV equipment, event planning, and calendar maintenance.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 1–3 years of administrative experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Evening hours (M–Th 5:00pm–9:45pm) and potential floating hours are included.