Federal Work Study Student Assistant Specialist, NSSR Politics

The New School; Campus (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School’s Department of Politics seeks a responsible student for administrative and event support. This in-person position is based in the department office during regular office hours and offers hands-on experience in event coordination and campus communications.

You will assist with basic office tasks, help cover front-office needs, and support department events, including creating flyers/advertising materials. Federal Work Study funds are required.

Qualifications

• Must have Federal Work Study funds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to take direction and work independently.
• Able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Basic office administrative support duties.
• In-person office coverage.
• Provide support for department events including on-site support, creating flyers/advertising materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Independence / self-direction

Deadline-driven

Education

Federal Work Study funds

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to approximately 8,500 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons Mannes Jazz Drama, Liberal Arts & Social Research, and Parsons Paris. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

The Department of Politics at The New School for Social Research seeks a responsible student to provide administrative and event support. The applicant must possess strong organizational skills, be able to take direction, be reliable and self-sufficient. Office experience and some skill with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred. This position is fully in person in the department office during office hours.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Basic office administrative support duties.
• In-person office coverage.
• Provide support for department events including on-site support, creating
• flyers/advertising materials.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have Federal Work Study funds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to take direction and work independently.
• Able to meet deadlines.

WORK MODE

This position is in-person during regular office hours. Some event support on evenings or weekends is available but not required. #LI-DNI

RATE: $19/hr

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The

New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Student will assist with basic office administrative support duties, office coverage, departmental event support, and other duties as assigned.