About the role#
The Office of Undergraduate Enrollment is hiring a Student Assistant to provide administrative and analytical support. You will help the business team track travel expenses, ensure policy compliance, and manage recruitment inventory. This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours of work per week.
What you'll do#
- Create and maintain spreadsheets to track travel expenses for recruitment activities.
- Verify that travel data aligns with university policies and flag any discrepancies.
- Manage inventory records for recruitment materials.
- Coordinate orders for supplies and promotional items.
- Handle general office tasks like filing, data entry, and preparing documents.
- Respond to inquiries and assist the recruitment team in meeting operational deadlines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at American University.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage your time effectively.
- Skill in handling sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Spring Valley Campus, Washington, DC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: $18.40 per hour.
About American University
American University is a higher education institution based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893, the school holds a charter from Congress with a focus on public service. It operates several academic divisions including the School of Public Affairs and the Washington College of Law. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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