George Mason University
Administrative Assistant
George Mason University, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Administrative Assistant
10001990
Arlington, VA
Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Opening on: Nov 25 2024
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Department:
UL
Classification:
GMU Worker
Job Category:
Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type:
Part-Time
Work Schedule:
28 hours per week on average; 10AM-5PM Monday to Thursday most weeks, schedule will change depending programming needs
Location:
Arlington, VA
Workplace Type:
On Site Required
Salary:
Salary commensurate with education and experience, starting at $19 per hour
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About the Department:
Formerly known as George Mason University's Arlington Campus, Mason Square is expanding on existing university resources to create the complete ecosystem necessary to inspire new knowledge, convert it to marketable goods and services, train the workforce to support it, and help incubate the businesses to scale it.
About the Position:
The Administrative Assistant will work as part of Mason Square by providing administrative support, including event coordination and office staff responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Assists in updating the Plaza website on WordPress:
Adding in special events (event flyers and event information);
Updating weekly events/Plaza amenities postings (pictures and information);
Takes pictures of the Plaza and Plaza events using the office camera;
Uses Canva to make flyers, promotional materials, and items for events;
Promotes events around campus and to local businesses via physical and electronic flyers and information;
Assists in event planning, organization, set up, execution, clean up, and data collection;
Assists with Plaza events as needed;
Oversees the office phone, greeting and assisting visitors, and office inventory;
Oversees the office coffee station;
Performs data entry tasks such as updating Excel sheets and submitting events into various calendars and outlets; and
Research and contact potential business partners via email, phone, or social media.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Demonstrated skills in the following areas: verbal and written communication, organization, problem-solving, and time management;
Ability to multitask several duties;
Proficiency in using computer software including: Canva, WordPress, Microsoft Office, and Teams; and
Please note, this position is not open to current George Mason students.
Preferred Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Previous experience in customer service or event coordination preferred;
Experience in using photography skills; and
Previous experience in marketing or related field preferred.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Administrative Assistant
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. 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:
November 25, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by:
December 9, 2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
10001990
Arlington, VA
Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Opening on: Nov 25 2024
Add to favorites
Favorited
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Department:
UL
Classification:
GMU Worker
Job Category:
Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type:
Part-Time
Work Schedule:
28 hours per week on average; 10AM-5PM Monday to Thursday most weeks, schedule will change depending programming needs
Location:
Arlington, VA
Workplace Type:
On Site Required
Salary:
Salary commensurate with education and experience, starting at $19 per hour
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About the Department:
Formerly known as George Mason University's Arlington Campus, Mason Square is expanding on existing university resources to create the complete ecosystem necessary to inspire new knowledge, convert it to marketable goods and services, train the workforce to support it, and help incubate the businesses to scale it.
About the Position:
The Administrative Assistant will work as part of Mason Square by providing administrative support, including event coordination and office staff responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Assists in updating the Plaza website on WordPress:
Adding in special events (event flyers and event information);
Updating weekly events/Plaza amenities postings (pictures and information);
Takes pictures of the Plaza and Plaza events using the office camera;
Uses Canva to make flyers, promotional materials, and items for events;
Promotes events around campus and to local businesses via physical and electronic flyers and information;
Assists in event planning, organization, set up, execution, clean up, and data collection;
Assists with Plaza events as needed;
Oversees the office phone, greeting and assisting visitors, and office inventory;
Oversees the office coffee station;
Performs data entry tasks such as updating Excel sheets and submitting events into various calendars and outlets; and
Research and contact potential business partners via email, phone, or social media.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Demonstrated skills in the following areas: verbal and written communication, organization, problem-solving, and time management;
Ability to multitask several duties;
Proficiency in using computer software including: Canva, WordPress, Microsoft Office, and Teams; and
Please note, this position is not open to current George Mason students.
Preferred Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Previous experience in customer service or event coordination preferred;
Experience in using photography skills; and
Previous experience in marketing or related field preferred.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Administrative Assistant
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. 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:
November 25, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by:
December 9, 2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes