The Department of Astronomy is currently seeking a student office assistant. The ideal candidate would be available to start the job for spring quarter, continue working through the summer and into the next academic year.
~10 hrs/week during academic quarters
Up to 19.5 hrs/week during breaks and summer depending on project availability
$9.50-$10/hr depending on experience
Flexible work schedule within the hours of M-F 8am-5pm with occasional evening or weekend hours available
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative duties include reception, data entry, filing and other clerical support. Specifically involves working in the following areas:
• Disseminating information, scheduling, office supply orders, photocopying
• Assist with event planning: menus/catering, venue reservations, confirmations
• Updating databases & website
• Cover front desk
• Correspondence, including mail merges, mail preparation and distribution
• Preparing & updating bulletin boards, run errands
• Assisting with classroom setup
• Other administrative duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to work well both as a member of a small team and independently; good work habits; creative problem solving skills and attention to detail; ability to follow through; customer service; ability to keep a job schedule.
Skills Required: Experience in use of office equipment such as fax, phones and copy machines; good communication skills, and ability using the Web to search for information.
Desirable: Knowledge of UW administrative procedures; computer proficiency with MS Office: Access, Word and Excel.
Educational Benefits:
Work with public, faculty, staff, and a diverse student population in an academic office setting will provide a broad base of both professional and personal experience. Experience in applying computer usage skills in administrative environment and learning administrative skills will build capacity for future professional development.
Due to the sensitive nature of some of the tasks and information the student is exposed to, we are seeking non-Astronomy and non-Physics majors for this position.
To apply: email your resume to office@astro.washington.edu with "student office assistant" in the subject line.
Deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 1 by 3pm.
Questions can be directed to office@astro.washington.edu.
