CDC Administrative Assistant (Student)

Job Details

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Department:

School of Public Affairs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Center for Data Science seeks a part-time Student Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day operations, grants administration, event planning, and communications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic academic environment.

Essential Functions:

• Process student timesheets, maintain records, manage office space/resources, and support day-to-day administrative needs for staff and leadership.
• Coordinate logistics for events and programs, including speaker arrangements, travel bookings, expense reports, and student enrollment.
• Assist with grant application coordination, track expenditures, and research funding opportunities.
• Update the Center website, manage faculty profiles, and coordinate with partner institutions.
• Provide general support on additional projects and tasks as needed.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• 8 - 10 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Current AU Student.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.