FWS Student Assistant, Parsons Graduate - The New School : Job Details

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Position Availability: Position Title: FWS Student Assistant, Parsons Graduate Requisition Number: 040####### Location New York City Position Type: Student Department: Provost/Provost's Office Responsibilities:

Parsons Student Assistants will work collaboratively in the Parsons Graduate Admission Department responding to and cataloging general inquiries, maintaining digital records, preparing recruitment materials for events, and performing various administrative tasks. The incumbent will serve as a primary point of contact for inquiries directed to Parsons from internal and external stakeholders. Parsons Student Assistants report directly to an Assistant or Associate Director of Admission.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual who can work independently, but is also a team player. The ideal candidate for this position is a graduate student who is interested in leveraging their own prospective student experience and working on a small team with a focus on fielding inquiries from prospective Parsons Graduate students. Experience in admissions, office administration and customer service is a plus. Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at The New School; students from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply. Strong writing skills are essential. Applicants will be asked to complete a brief writing assignment during the application process.

Priority will be given to applicants who hold a Federal Work Study award.

The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.

Responsibilities:

? Monitoring Parsons recruitment inbox inquiries and fielding replies

? Draft email response templates for commonly asked questions

? Provide administrative support to Parsons Admission Directors

? Assist with admission and recruitment event preparations

? Additional project-based tasks as needed

Work Modality: Hybrid/Remote - Employees hired for this position primarily work remotely with the occasional on-campus presence required with advanced notice. Employees in this role will also be expected to use their best judgment to be on campus, when necessary, to best fulfill the responsibilities of their job descriptions.

Hourly Rate: $16-17 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

? Customer service experience

? Administrative experience, preferably in a higher education setting

? Excellent verbal and written communication skills

? Strong understanding of the Parsons student experience and programming

? Experience working independently and expediently with limited hands-on supervision

? Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive

? Ability to demonstrate discretion in handling confidential applicant information

? Ability to perform multiple tasks with effective time management and prioritization

? Availability to work 10-15 hours weekly

Preferred Qualifications: Job Family: Admissions Posting Date: 11/15/2024 Closing Date: 12/23/2024 Open Until Filled No