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SIS Dean's Office Support (Student)(Fws)

American UniversityWashington, DC
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Job Description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University.

Department:

School of International Service

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Dean's Office in the School of International Service seeks up to five (5) highly motivated undergraduate students, preferably SIS Sophomores, to work as part-time Front Desk Assistants. The positions report to the Director of Administration, Special Assistant to the Dean.

Responsibilities:

  • Greet the Dean's guests.

  • Assist visitors.

  • Answer the main telephone line as needed.

  • Maintain supplies and organize the reception area to ensure the Dean's Suite is a highly professional environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:

  • Part-Time.

  • 6-8 hours per week.

  • The Dean's Suite is open five days a week from 9 am to 5 pm.

  • The final schedule will depend on availability and Front Desk coverage needs.

  • This position begins in early September.

  • Due to the volume of applications, only candidates invited to interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

  • $17.95-$18.20 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) Award for the academic year.

  • Excellent customer service skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to interact appropriately with visitors to the Dean's Suite: faculty, staff, high level visitors, students, current and prospective AU family guests.

  • Strong work ethic and willing to do assigned tasks.

  • Discretion and good judgment are essential.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • SIS sophomore preferred.

  • Demonstrated excellent customer service experience and/or working at another AU campus front desk.

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.

  • American University is an E-Verify employer.

  • Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

Current American University Employees

American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

Contact Us

For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.