Office Assistant

Office Assistant

Film and Video Studies is seeking a temporary Office Assistant. The ideal applicant is a fast learner and a team player who has experience working in an office and possesses background in higher education. The successful candidate will assist Film and Video Studies in day-to-day operations, help with the scheduling of classes, respond to office inquiries, process finance paperwork, and provide logistical support during key department events.

Responsibilities:

• Answers telephone, take messages, and respond to inquiries;
• Manages department email inbox, including referring complex issues to appropriate contacts as necessary;
• Edits class schedules;
• Schedules meetings, reserve meeting rooms, and keep calendars up to date;
• Collects paperwork and assist with upkeep of department databases;
• Assists with scholarship and award tracking;
• Processes vendor payments and honorarium requests; and
• Provides event support for Visiting Filmmakers Series, Best of Film at Mason Showcase, Arts by George!, and other Film events.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Strong sense of organization, with focus on details;
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Capacity to collaborate with others, including working with undergraduate students;
• Ability to multi-task on projects, and be flexible and creative; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment;
• Knowledge of Banner, Patriot Web, Course Leaf, 25
  
  Live, Emma, and Hootsuite;
• Strong background in basic design principles, style, and communication standards;
• Editorial, persuasive, and copywriting skills;
• Some interest in film studies; and
• Event organization and execution experience.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer