About the role#
The Department of Astronomy is hiring a student assistant to help with administrative tasks and department operations. This position requires Federal Work Study eligibility. The role is based on-site in Charlottesville and pays $14 per hour.
What you'll do#
- Organize internal resources.
- Update department records and contact lists.
- Assist with website and profile information updates.
- Support event and office resource tracking.
What you'll need#
- Federal Work Study eligibility.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
- Ability to perform sedentary work involving extensive computer use.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Preferred majors: Communications, Business Administration, Graphic Design, or Media Studies.
About University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is a public higher education institution based in Charlottesville. Founded in 1819, it operates 12 distinct schools across its campus. The university serves as the largest employer in the region and maintains a staff of over 10,000 people. It functions as a flagship university for the state of Virginia.
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