Program Assistant – L. Locascio Nighthawk [work study]

Start Date: 10/1/2024
End Date: 6/30/2025
Number of Positions: 1
Hours per Week: up to 20 hours / 1 student
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Lisa Locascio Nighthawk

Alternate Supervisor: Cathy Linh Che

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): This position is remote except during the MFA Residency. The remote work involves administrative support of the MFA Creative Writing department.

Method to assess remote work: Program Coordinators meet with Program Assistant at least weekly to assign and review the completed tasks.

Job Description

• This position will be supervised by MFA Program Coordinators.
• MFA program assistant supports MFA Program Coordinators and other MFA team members in day-to-day duties, as well as during the MFA residencies in June and in December.
• General administrative support (10 hours)
• Maintaining the filing system and database records (2 hours)
• Assistance during events (MFA residencies in June and December; either virtually or on campus, depending on the format of the residency; the assistance may include such tasks as technical support during hybrid (Zoom and on-campus) events, cleaning rooms on campus between events, assisting students, faculty, and guests during on-campus events) (when needed, during the residency–in this case most time is used for residency tasks)
• Other tasks may include creating graphics on Canva and basic video editing. (5 hours)

Qualifications

• This position requires an organized person with attention to detail and a friendly customer service approach.
• The ideal candidate is a team player, has a positive attitude, and has strong verbal & written communication skills.
• They must possess the ability to multitask and re-prioritize as additional tasks arise, as well as work on projects independently.
• The job requires comfortable knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications (Word, Excel, Access, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc), and a willingness to learn new software applications.
• Adobe Acrobat, Canva, and basic video editing skills are a plus, but we can provide training.
  

How to Apply: Send CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: MFA in Creative Writing