Student Office Assistant for Dean of Students

liberty; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University is seeking a part-time Office Work Assist to support front desk duties and social media management. The role involves creating content for Instagram and X/Twitter, editing posts, and tracking engagement metrics.

You will work with DOS teams to promote events and initiatives while maintaining the university’s online presence. The position requires current enrollment at Liberty University, strong writing and design skills, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience managing social media accounts for a brand, organization, or business.
• Strong writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Familiarity with social media analytics tools and scheduling platforms.
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Suite preferred).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current social media trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls at the front desk and direct callers to the correct offices.
• Develop and schedule content for social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, X/Twitter).
• Create graphics, videos, and written posts aligned with brand guidelines.
• Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and foster community interaction.
• Track performance metrics and prepare monthly reports on reach, engagement, and growth.
• Collaborate with internal DOS teams to promote events, programs, and initiatives.

Skills

Social media management

Copywriting

Editing

Visual storytelling

Analytics tools

Scheduling platforms

Graphic design

Time management

Trend awareness

Education

Currently enrolled at Liberty University

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Office Work Assist is directly responsible to, and assists, Directors, Assistant Directors, and senior staff members in whatever areas deemed necessary. It is the duty of each DOS staff member to keep the Dean of Students, the senior staff members, and/or the Administrative Assistant abreast of any discipline, personal, physical, or emotional problems involving the student population. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for updating electronic files and keeping complete and accurate records of student situations.

• Answer calls at the front desk and direct callers to the correct offices
• Develop and schedule content for social media platforms (e.g., lnstagram, X/Twitter).
• Create graphics, videos, and written posts aligned with brand guidelines.
• Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and foster community interaction.
• Track performance metrics and prepare monthly reports on reach, engagement, and growth.
• Collaborate with internal DOS teams to promote events, programs, and initiatives.
• Stay updated on social media trends and recommend strategies to increase visibility.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and maintain a positive online presence.

Qualifications

• Student must be currently enrolled at Liberty University
• Experience managing social media accounts for a brand, organization, or business.
• Strong writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Familiarity with social media analytics tools and scheduling platforms.
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Suite preferred).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of current social media trends and best practices.

Preferred Skills

• Video editing experience for short-form content.
• Experience in higher education or student engagement (if relevant).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete tasks as assigned by the Directors - This includes, but is not limited to, scheduling appointments, taking phone calls, swiping students into meetings, etc.
• Assist with front desk responsibilities
• Assist with background checks and records requests
• Maintain office and conference room areas
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.
• Other duties as required.

Additional information may be found here

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

• Student must be currently enrolled in the institution.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

• Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent purchasing systems and computer skills.
• Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Physical and Sensory Abilities Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements No driving required

Time Type Part time

Location Onsite

Pay Rate Starting at $12.77

Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All per