Student Office Assistant

Reporting to the Assistant Director in the Office of Student Engagement, Student Office Assistants will focus on the physical and logistical support that comes from the Student Hub and Student Affairs spaces across the 1st and 2nd Floor of 39 W 13th Street.

The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) at The New School supports the university's educational mission by fostering opportunities for meaningful engagement and connections beyond the classroom. OSE encourages students to actively participate in the university community by joining or starting a student organization, engaging in recreational activities, or attending events and programs organized by the Student Activities Board. OSE provides numerous opportunities to get involved on campus and enhance a student’s leadership potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Staff in-person desks across the 1st and 2nd Floor of 39 W 13th Street, providing customer service to in-person visitors, over the phone, or virtually; Must maintain a confidential work environment.

• Support student-led events & programs to provide event management support. Examples include supporting check-in, equipment procurement/pick up/drop-off, & decorating of spaces.

• Assist in the marketing, communication, & promotion of Student-Led programs through the Narwhal Nation platform & other social media platforms.

• Maintain, organize, inventory, and catalog the Equipment Library and Storage Spaces.

• Research and analyze campus-wide resources to increase student awareness and accessibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires a Federal Work-Study Award.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to creatively problem solve, multitask, and function in a collaborative work environment.

• Capacity to provide and receive constructive critique.

• This position frequently needs to traverse multiple levels of stairs and ladders, position oneself into various levels to reach items, and move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds across offices, campus locations, and storage spaces. 

WORK MODE

Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. #LI-DNI

Hourly Rate: $17-$19/hr 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS 

To be considered: Through the career portal, please provide your financial aid award letter, and a resume.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Student Office Assistants assist in providing support to the Office of Student Engagement including providing customer service at reception desks, assisting with the event management, marketing, communications, and promotions of events, assist with the Equipment Library and Storage Spaces, and provide research support.