College Assistant - Center for the Humanities

Job ID

25745

Location

Graduate Center

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

GENERAL DUTIES

• Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.

• There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as

needed.

• Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.

• Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,

operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,

act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.

• Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.

• Acts as cashier.

• Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.

• Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.

• Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.

• Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.

• May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

CONTRACT TITLE

College Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The College Assistant will serve as Assistant to the Director and will assist the Director of the Center for the Humanities on a wide range of day-to-day tasks, with a particular focus on supporting grant research, development, management, and reporting; communications, marketing, and publicity; and planning and implementation of initiatives. The assistant to the director will likewise facilitate cross-institutional and departmental exchange and support, ensuring the Center is in communication with its various GC constituencies. All aspects of this position are geared toward furthering the mission of the Center for the Humanities, which encourages collaborative and creative work in the arts, humanities, and humanities-inflected social sciences at CUNY and across the city through innovative programming, projects, seminars, conferences, publications, and exhibitions. Ultimately, this position will help ensure clear communication of the Center’s mission across all channels, connecting with wider publics while championing and uplifting the scholarly work of students and faculty across CUNY. The College Assistant will work 20 hours per week.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned administrator and early career scholar with a talent for 1) working collaboratively as part of a dynamic team 2) refining and clarifying academic language for general audiences; 2) offering practical, strategic, and creative guidance for moving CUNY scholarship into public discourse through thoughtful media and creative promotional campaigns. Familiarization with CUNY, the media landscape, the arts, humanities, and social sciences landscape, the philanthropic landscape, and up-to-date communications strategies preferred. The Center for the Humanities is a great place to work for an emerging scholar wishing to gain professional skills and networks in a supportive, creative, growth-oriented environment. This position is hybrid, abiding by the GC’s most up-to-date work mandates.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the director in drafting, editing, and circulating communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts) to multiple audiences

• Assisting the director in the maintenance and development of web content and digital archives, the execution of social media strategies, and the tracking and tweaking of projects and media exposure

• Assisting the director in project management on specific campaigns and initiatives

• Assisting the director in the maintenance of calendars and appointments related to development and marketing

• Assisting the director in communications with funders and partners

• Assisting the director in the preparation of presentations and reports

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Appreciation for the CUNY Graduate Center and the Center for the Humanities’ mission

• Experienced with Google Suite, including Google Drive, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Forms

• Experienced with Apple Mac OS

• Excellent communication capabilities (verbal and written)

• Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize, and to work as part of a team

• Experience with grant-writing, reporting, and research

• Experience with emerging communications strategies and media platforms

• A desire to build your professional portfolio as an academic administrator

COMPENSATION

$22.29 per hour

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.