Student Library Communications & Events Assistant

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

American University’s Library Communications & Administration Assistant position supports the library communications team and the Office of the University Librarian. It provides students with real-world communications experience in a professional office, with duties across content creation, events, and front desk support.

The role runs 9AM–5PM on some days, up to 20 hours per week, and offers opportunities to develop graphics for social media, coordinate events, and contribute to library

Qualifications

• Must be available to work 8-10 hours/week, minimum of 2-3 hours per shift as determined by operational needs.
• Experience in developing graphics for social media, video/media production, or related skills / experience within the Communication & Public Relations fields.
• This position requires a person with the ability to communicate with professionals at all levels and with the public.
• Applicants must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Developing content for library social media platforms & identifying opportunities for the library to engage with our audiences.
• Answering phone calls, greeting visitors to the Office of the University Librarian, & maintaining presence at the administrative front desk.
• Assisting the Budget Coordinator with accounting records & maintaining office inventory through routine supply organization & ordering.
• Assisting with the planning, set up, & execution/ logistical support of student facing and internal library events.
• Printing posters & communication/event materials, filing, copying, & data entry.
• Participating in periodic team meetings and assisting with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Social media graphics

Video production

PR/Communications

Professional communication

Job description

American University’s Library Communications & Administration Assistant position supports the library communications team and the Office of the University Librarian. It provides students with real-world communications experience in a professional office, with duties across content creation, events, and front desk support.

The role runs 9AM–5PM on some days, up to 20 hours per week, and offers opportunities to develop graphics for social media, coordinate events, and contribute to library