WLC Assistant (Student) (FWS)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

American University seeks a part-time Office Assistant for the Department of World Languages & Cultures. Working in the main office, you will support daily operations, greet students, handle copies, and help with event planning under supervision.

Ideal candidates are enrolled undergrad, have good customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to work 11am-2pm Tue and Fri. Familiarity with MS Excel and Canva is a plus; bilingualism is a plus.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time degree seeking undergraduate program at American University.
• Active Federal Work Study (FWS) award required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and with front office staff.

Responsibilities

• Take inventory of office supplies.
• Restock coffee/tea stations and printers.
• Assist faculty with copies, printing, shredding, and other tasks.
• Update staff boards and event calendars.
• Create promotional materials for WLC courses and events.
• Follow WLC style guide and post flyers around campus.
• Assist with WLC event setup and breakdown.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate student (AU)

FWS award

Tools

MS Excel

Canva

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

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Department: College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type: Part time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Department of World Languages & Cultures is seeking a part-time office assistant to work in our main office. This position will report to the Senior Administrative Assistant.

Essential Functions:

• Take inventory of office supplies.
• Restock downstairs and upstairs coffee/tea stations.
• Restock downstairs and upstairs printers (toner and paper).
• Restock office supplies.
• Assist faculty with making copies, printing, shredding and other office tasks.
• Update WLC Staff Board (staff spotlight).
• Update WLC Event Calendar.
• Work with AA to create promotional materials for WLC courses and events.
• Follow WLC style guide.
• Flyers for next semester courses.
• Add/remove flyers on the bulletin boards (1st and 2nd floor).
• Post flyers around campus.
• Assist with WLC event set-up and break down (Language Fair).

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• 6 hours per week.

Salary Range:

$18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time degree seeking undergraduate program at American University.
• Students must have an active Federal Work Study (FWS) award.
• Position requires excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to interact courteous and professionally with students, faculty, and staff.
• Must be a self‑starter and have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team, working closely with other front office staff.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with MS Excel and Canva.
• Experience or interest in marketing and social media.
• Bilingual or interest in language studies is a plus, but not required.
• Flexibility to work two or three days a week in the office and additional hours during WLC sponsored events.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• 1.) General Expectations
  • Show up to your shift on time.
  • Call out 24 hours in advance if possible.
  • No using the office after hours (9am-5pm).
  • Be proactive.
• 2.) Other
  • Availability needed for 11am -2 pm Tuesday and Friday.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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