Materials Exchange Student Assistant

The New School; United States; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School in New York City is seeking a part-time Material Exchange Assistant to help manage space and materials, assist with dropoff/pickup, and support a volunteer program. The role blends design-related tasks with operational duties and requires strong communication and detail orientation in a dynamic campus setting.

Hybrid work arrangement with 2 days on campus and some remote project work. The position includes an hourly rate of $18 and opportunities to engage with students, faculty,

Qualifications

• Strong interest in the built environment is encouraged.
• Graphic design experience (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and independent.
• Skilled at executing multiple projects with time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Management of space & material: opening, closing space, safe storage, accessibility, and tidy space.
• Executing material exchange transactions: assist students with dropoff/pickup and ledger points.
• Management of volunteer program: scheduling and training student volunteers.
• Collaboration: work with students, faculty, staff to create an engaging materials space.
• Communications: manage announcements on Material Exchange website and social media.
• Team Meetings: be available to meet with Material Exchange director and volunteers.

Skills

Graphic design

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Multitasking

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 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design and the College of Performing Arts (Mannes, Jazz, and Drama), Lang College and the New School for Social Research, and Parsons Paris. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

Responsibilities

• Management of space & material: Opening, closing space, ensuring that materials are stored safely, and are accessible to students, and keeping space tidy.
• Executing material exchange transactions: Assisting students with dropoff / pickup of materials, including accounting of points on the material exchange ledgers.
• Management of volunteer program: Scheduling and training of students volunteering time in the Material Exchange.
• Collaboration: Work with students, faculty, and staff to create an engaging space where materials are housed for students.
• Communications: Managing announcements on Material Exchange website, social media.
• Team Meetings: Being available to meet with Material Exchange director and volunteers

Responsibilities

• Management of space & material in addition to opening, closing space, ensuring that materials are stored safely, and are accessible to students, and keeping space tidy.
• Executing material exchange transactions, including however not limited to assisting students with dropoff / pickup of materials, including accounting of points on the material exchange ledgers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interest in the built environment is encouraged.
• Graphic design experience (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and independent.
• Skilled at executing multiple projects simultaneously with efficient time management and exceptional attention to detail.
• Responsive to feedback.
• Appreciation for arts, design, student life, and higher education.
• Available during office hours, with occasional evening hours to support students.
• Familiarity with SCE’s disciplines is a plus but not required.

Work Mode

• Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely.
• This position will require 2 days of on campus work. There will be times that this position can be remote however, this will be discussed as projects come in.

HOURLY RATE: $18 per hour

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.

Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world.

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.