Moreau Center Operations Assistant

University Of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Portland Moreau Center is seeking a Student Worker to support outreach, events and administrative tasks, including poster creation, social media updates, and helping with vehicle readiness.

Ideal candidates are enrolled undergrad or grad students with strong communication, organization, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with Facebook and Instagram is helpful. Canva, Engage and Outlook are nice-to-have skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at University of Portland.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; able to use Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with Facebook and Instagram.

Responsibilities

• Supports the smooth operation of a fast-paced office and maintains a professional appearance.
• Answers phones and greets visitors.
• Organizes spaces, removec clutter, and ensures supplies are stocked.
• Responds to simple support requests and directs inquiries to staff as needed.
• Assists with outreach and advertising by creating posters, flyers, social media content, Engage posts, Give Pulse, and other channels.
• Supports event setup and grocery shopping for pre-event needs.
• Assists with vehicle readiness: refueling and car washing as needed.
• Performs clerical duties to support the Community Service Work Study program.

Skills

Strong communication

Strong organizational ability

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Social media familiarity

Self-motivated

Education

University of Portland undergrad/grad student (enrolled)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Facebook

Instagram

Canva

Engage

Job description

Moreau Center Student Workers are vital to the success of the Moreau Center for Service and Justice. Student Workers will support the overall work of the Moreau Center, including outreach and marketing of events, administrative tasks, assistance with vehicle readiness, support of special events or projects as needed. This position reports directly to the Director.

Core Duties

• Supports the smooth operation and professional appearance of a fast-paced, multifaceted office
• Answers phones or welcomes visitors
• Checks spaces to ensure clutter is removed and supplies are organized
• Responds to simple support requests, as needed
• Assists with outreach and advertising efforts by creating posters, flyers, social media content, Engage posts, Give Pulse, and other means.
• Responds to basic inquiries and/or refers to relevant staff, student leaders, or student workers
• Supports Moreau Center events, assisting with event setup and grocery shopping pre-event
• Supports the Moreau Center vehicles with periodic refueling and taking for car washing
• Assists with the clerical duties to support the Community Service Work Study program
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• University of Portland undergraduate or graduate student, currently enrolled
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational ability
• Working level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (esp. Word and Excel)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Facebook and Instagram

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Canva, Engage and Outlook preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Support set up and break down of events

Posting Number SE1109-2023

Number of Vacancies 1

Estimated Start Date 09/28/2026

Open Date 08/17/2026

Close Date 11/15/2026

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Contact
University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon
97203-5798
503.943.8484
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