Student Assistant

Approximately 20 hours per week.

Position begins as soon as possible.

The Department of English is seeking a work study student for the 2021-2022 school year.

Although this position is designed to support both faculty and office staff, the primary duty associated with this position is improving accessibility within the department. This work will include providing support to faculty in their efforts to make their teaching materials and existing documents accessible; however, it may also entail updating PDFs and Word documents and improving Canvas sites.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to general office duties such as:
Answer Multi-line Telephone
Filing, Copying and Typing
Routing Mail
Running Errands on Campus
Database Entry
Assist With Special Projects
Other Duties As Assigned

Students work approx. 20 hours per week

Desirable traits and qualifications include strong writing skills, ability to think critically and analytically, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, the ability to work independently, a positive attitude, good academic standing, and a willingness to learn.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
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