Temporary Evening Administrative Assistant

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston is seeking a temporary Part-time Evening Administrative Assistant to support The Garage after-hours operations.

Work hours are 4:00pm–9:00pm, 15–25 hours per week, at $20.00 per hour. The role closes the venue at shift end and helps students and guests with inquiries.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of administrative experience, plus basic word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database software skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of administrative support or relevant experience required.
• Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and guests in the evenings at The Garage.
• Close The Garage at the end of the shift and tidy up.
• Ensure a reliable, punctual, and thorough operation.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Detail-oriented

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Email

Database software

Job description

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01
Position: Temporary Evening Administrative Assistant
Hours: This is a part-time position (15-25 hours per week/ 4:00pm-9:00pm)
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Campus: Evanston
Approximate start date: 9/18/2026 or ASAP
Approximate end date: 6/11/2027

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary Part-time Evening Admin Assistant for the Evanston campus.

Temporary Job Description

The evening administrative assistant is available to help students and other guests who come to The Garage in the evening. The person in this role closes The Garage at the end of the shift. Closing includes tidying up to be ready for the next day and closing the main overhead door. This role requires someone who is reliable and punctual, detail-oriented and thorough.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of administrative support or other relevant experience required.
• Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software programs is required.

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.