Office Assistant

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts


Classification: GMU Worker


Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage


Job Type: Part-Time


Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 29 hours per week


Location: Fairfax, VA


Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship


Salary: The range for this role is $22-$25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Criminal Background Check: Yes


About the Department:


Film and Video Studies at George Mason University guides students in the creation, production, and post-production of fiction, documentary, and experimental films, as well as television, transmedia, and mobile and web content. Our interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with a foundation in film history, analysis, and theory; the business of the film industry; and independent and ethical filmmaking. Graduates go on to apply their skills on film sets, in corporate environments, and with community organizations. The Program supports a cohesive faculty and staff to carry out these objectives.


About the Position:


Film and Video Studies is seeking a temporary Office Assistant. The ideal applicant is a fast learner and a team player who has experience working in an office and possesses background in higher education. The successful candidate will assist Film and Video Studies in day-to-day operations, help with the scheduling of classes, respond to office inquiries, process finance paperwork, and provide logistical support during key department events.


Responsibilities:

• Answers telephone, take messages, and respond to inquiries;
• Manages department email inbox, including referring complex issues to appropriate contacts as necessary;
• Edits class schedules;
• Schedules meetings, reserve meeting rooms, and keep calendars up to date;
• Collects paperwork and assist with upkeep of department databases;
• Assists with scholarship and award tracking;
• Processes vendor payments and honorarium requests; and
• Provides event support for Visiting Filmmakers Series, Best of Film at Mason Showcase, Arts by George!, and other Film events.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Strong sense of organization, with focus on details;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Capacity to collaborate with others, including working with undergraduate students;
• Ability to multi-task on projects, and be flexible and creative; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment;
• Knowledge of Banner, Patriot Web, Course Leaf, 25Live, Emma, and Hootsuite;
• Strong background in basic design principles, style, and communication standards;
• Editorial, persuasive, and copywriting skills;
• Some interest in film studies; and
• Event organization and execution experience.

Instructions to Applicants:


For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.


Posting Open Date: June 15, 2026


For Full Consideration, Apply by: June 26, 2026


Open Until Filled: Yes

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