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Sociology Office Assistant Work Study

@ Union College
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Schenectady, New York, United States
$10/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Edit newsletter, Collect submissions, Organize content
Requirements Summary:Work-Study eligible, part-time role; duties include newsletter editing, collecting submissions, organizing content, and office support; strong writing and communication skills required.
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This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study.  If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [email protected].

The Sociology Department Work-Study student will serve as a Newsletter Editor, Sociology Club Participant, and Office Assistant.

Department: Department of Sociology
Location: Lippman Hall 212/221

Supervisor: Prof Deirdre Hill Butler

Work Available: Days

Rate of Pay: $ 9.70/hr

Number of Positions available: 1

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Edit and format the Sociology Department newsletter

  • Collect newsletter submissions from Sociology faculty, students, and Sociology Club members

  • Organize newsletter content, including department events, faculty research, student work, and Sociology Club activities

  • Collaborate with Sociology Club members and faculty to highlight student engagement and departmental programming

  • Help promote Sociology Club events and department activities

  • Create course flyers and other department promotional materials

  • Assist with making copies, organizing materials, and supporting general office tasks

  • Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Department Chair and Administrative Assistant

  • Support clear and professional communication within the department

Qualifications:

  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

  • Ability to organize content clearly and professionally

  • Familiarity with basic flyer design or willingness to learn

  • Good communication and collaboration skills

  • Ability to work with faculty, students, and staff in a professional manner

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines

  • Dependable, organized, and able to follow directions

  • Ability to work independently after training and guidance from department faculty and staff

Location: Schenectady, NY

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).