FWS Front Desk Student Assistant, Creative Writing

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus position

Hourly pay

Job summary

The New School’s Creative Writing Program seeks a Front Office Student Assistant to support on‑campus operations, field inquiries, and assist faculty and staff with clerical tasks. The role emphasizes friendly customer service and professional communication in a university setting.

Primary responsibilities include front desk support, data entry, and coordinating with faculty and other departments. This position is in person on campus, offering an hourly wage of $17–$19 to assist with daily

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, able to work independently and use good judgment.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Tech savvy with command of Google Drive and Zoom.
• Ability to proofread and keen eye for detail.
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handle in‑person, telephone, and email inquiries to the office.
• Direct calls, emails and requests to faculty, administrators and other departments or programs.
• Provide clerical support for Creative Writing staff and faculty, including data entry, filing and other projects as assigned.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Self-motivation

Punctuality

Proofreading

Detail-oriented

Friendly demeanor

Tools

Google Drive

Zoom

AdobeSuite

Job description

The New School for Social Research (NSSR) is seeking a Front Office Student Assistant to work in the Creative Writing Program. The Creative Writing Program supports New School students, faculty, administration, and the New York City community.

Responsibilities

• Handle in‑person, telephone, and email inquiries to the office.
• Direct calls, emails and requests to faculty, administrators and other departments or programs.
• Provide clerical support for Creative Writing staff and faculty, including data entry, filing and other projects as assigned.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, able to work independently and use good judgment.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Tech savvy with command of Google Drive and Zoom.
• Ability to proofread and keen eye for detail.
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Students concentrating in writing and literature are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in AdobeSuite.
• Prior experience in an administrative support position.

Work Mode

This position is primarily in‑person and is based on campus to support effective collaboration and engagement.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $17 – $19 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The New School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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.