Student Worker - Administrative Assistance - Waco Civic Theatre

Job Description

Position Title:

Student Worker
- Administrative Assistance
- Waco Civic Theatre

This position is ideal for students looking to gain experience in arts administration or nonprofit management, developing organizational and office management skills. This position is reserved for Federal Work Study (FWS) students only.

Functions of the position:

• Support the theatre's administrative staff with daily operations.
• Manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle correspondence.
• Assist in grant writing and fundraising efforts.
• Run errands including returns and/or deliveries.
• Maintain records and databases for memberships and donations.
• Provide general office support, including filing and data entry.

Required hard/specialized skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google suite
• Scheduling and calendar management
• Office organization
• Data entry and record keeping

Soft skills:

• Initiative and independence
• Communication and time management of assigned tasks
• Problem solving
• Multi-tasking

Learning outcomes:

• Office & administrative proficiency – Develop skills in scheduling, data entry, and document management using office software.
• Event & calendar management – Learn how to coordinate rehearsals, meetings, and special events effectively.
• Confidentiality & professionalism – Learn to handle sensitive information responsibly, such as donor and financial records.
• Multitasking & time management – Improve efficiency in balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

Employer:

Baylor University

Work location:

Waco Civic Theatre

Work address: 1517 Lake Air Dr, Waco, TX 76710