Administrative Support

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.This position is available only to enrolled American University students.Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.Department:College of Arts & SciencesTime Type:Part timeFLSA Status:Non-ExemptJob Description:Summary:The undergraduate student will support the Department of Economics front office operations. The student will assist with basic office support, handle front-desk duties, and assist faculty with various tasks as needed. All undergraduate AU students with Federal Work Study award are eligible to apply for this position.Essential Functions:Perform general duties including scanning, copying, and printing.Staff the front desk during scheduled shifts.Answer and route calls from the main phone line.Deliver mail and supplies to mail room and offices as necessary.Stock supplies.Assist with walk-ins and direct to appropriate services or contacts.Support any special projects or tasks as assigned by the Department Chair and Department Administrative Coordinator.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:Part-time.5 hours per week.Salary Range:$18.40 per hour.Required Education and Experience:Current American University student enrolled in undergraduate program.Student must have an active Federal Work Study (FWS) Award.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational and time management abilities.Position requires customer service focus and communication skills and the ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff.Ability to work independently and handle confidential information appropriately.Additional Eligibility Qualifications:This position is available only to enrolled American University undergraduate students.Flexibility to work during the hours of 9 AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday.All AU undergraduate students with a Federal Work Study award are eligible to apply for this position.Other DetailsThis position is available only to enrolled American University students.Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.American University is an E-Verify employer.Visit for additional information about American University employment and benefits.Current American University EmployeesAmerican University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.Contact UsFor more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email View email address on click.appcast.io University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr