Temporary Program Assistant - Family Resource Center

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person-mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University's mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

The Family Resource Center (FRC) is hiring a highly motivated temporary on-call staff member to work in the department. We are looking for an individual who is customer-service and team-oriented to represent the FRC and the University to campus visitors and members of the Notre Dame family. Overall, this position is structured to be highly collaborative and service-oriented, and we are seeking an individual who can balance administrative tasks with creative programming and active community engagement.

This position is a twelve-month position at 18 hours per week. Typical hours: August through May (academic year), Monday - Thursday 12 pm - 4 pm and Fridays 12 pm - 2 pm, June and July (summer months) Tuesday - Thursday 11 am-5 pm.

Position Responsibilities

Administrative

• Serve as frontline staff, greeting visitors and answering inquiries via phone or in person. Being a role model for the FRC expectation of offering welcoming hospitality.
• Help to ensure the safety and well-being of students, spouses, and guests using the facility.
• Maintain the membership and newsletter database
• Help the Program Director in hiring and training FRC student employees, temp employees and Senior Fellows.

Communications

• Content Creation: Designing flyers, writing posts and authoring the newsletter
• Platform Management: Managing a multi-channel social strategy including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. Serve as the moderator of the FRC WhatsApp groups.
• Outreach: Assist with on-campus activities representing the FRC

Programming

• Work with the Program Director and Grad Life Program Coordinator to create social and educational initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with all University of Notre Dame and Family Resource Center policies or students, spouses, families and guests.
• Organize event logistics such as purchasing supplies, making room reservations, and coordinating event staffing.
• Act as a flexible resource for the Program Director on special assignments.
• May be asked to provide coverage during non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate events planned by the FRC.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

• 3 years of experience in programming-related or administrative work.
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred).
• As a representative of the Family Resource Center, must be able to effectively and courteously interact with students, spouses, student-families, staff, faculty, and visitors to the Family Resource Center.
• Must be people-oriented and be able to problem-solve with little direction.
• Must be self-motivated, respect confidentiality, and be able to work independently.
• Be knowledgeable of the University of Notre Dame resources, campus life, and activities.
• Have the ability to prioritize and handle events and tasks as they occur.
• Proficient in Google Applications - Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, etc.
• Must be able to support Notre Dame's Catholic mission and teachings.

Additional Information
Application Deadline to Apply: May 31, 2026
Hourly rate: $22.00