About the role#
The Department of Education is hiring a student worker to assist with daily administrative operations. This role supports faculty, staff, and students while ensuring the office runs effectively. You will work closely with the department chair to manage social media and coordinate departmental events. This position is open to students in fields including Communications, Business Administration, Psychology, Political Science, Sociology, Marketing, and Media Studies.
What you'll do#
- Manage administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and tracking office supplies.
- Provide front desk coverage by answering phones and welcoming visitors.
- Run department social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook.
- Create and update promotional materials using Canva.
- Maintain the department library and update the website using Drupal.
- Support department events such as the Spring Lecture, workshops, and admissions events.
- Attend weekly meetings with supervisors.
What you'll need#
- At least one year of previous experience as an Office Assistant.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative on routine tasks.
- Familiarity with social media account maintenance.
- Strong attention to detail and a self-motivated approach to problem solving.
- Comfort interacting with students, faculty, and prospective students.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Term: Fall 2026 through Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position at 16.15 per hour.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private higher education institution based in New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the school now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five distinct schools. It maintains a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The college emphasizes liberal arts education and provides small class sizes for its students.
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