Student Program Assistant

Start Date: Autumn Quarter 2008

The Simpson Center for the Humanities seeks a student Program Assistant to

• provide support to the Program Manager, especially concerning Center events and publicity
• assist in the general duties and maintenance of the Simpson Center office.

Publicity
Assist Program Manager with various publicity support:

• Create template-based flyers and programs for Center events
• Format and edit flyers (print and electronic) for grammar, style, and layout
• Oversee production and distribution of flyers by delivering stationery to Copy Center, managing mailing lists, making labels, and distributing flyers through campus and off-campus mail
• Work cooperatively with other student assistant(s) and Program Manager to ensure that publicity deadlines are met
• Compile event information for the Center's online calendar
• Maintain Simpson Center stationery supplies
• Maintain binder and archive of all Simpson Center publicity
• Keep publicity bulletin boards up to date in Simpson Center and Communications 226

Office Work & Maintenance
Assist Simpson Center staff by helping with various office tasks including:

• Make copies, help with filing, and handle mailings and mail pickup
• Provide front desk reception coverage (answering phones, greeting visitors)
• Maintain video library and photography log and files
• Organize and track office supplies
• Assist in maintaining Simpson Center space (water plants, put dishes away, keep public spaces neat, etc.)
• Ensure that Simpson Center and classroom spaces are tidy in preparation for Simpson Center events
• Assist with receptions (food shopping, preparation, and/or cleanup)
• Provide event support, including occasional evening hours
• Run occasional errands (e.g., to Schmitz Hall, Suzzallo Library, and Ave Copy)

Required Qualifications

• Must be a student enrolled for at least 6 credits at the UW Seattle Campus
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and initiative
• Ability to work cooperatively with other students and with Simpson Center staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

• Experience with standard office equipment such as printers, copiers, fax machines, and scanners
• Basic knowledge of software including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, and Adobe Acrobat
• Editing and proofreading ability, with excellent attention to detail
• Interest in the humanities and the mission of the Simpson Center

The Program Assistant is a part-time position with 10-18 hours per week. Hours are negotiated on a quarterly basis depending on the Program Assistant's schedule and the Simpson Center's needs. The compensation range is $9-$12/hour depending on experience.

To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Renée DeLong at red2@u.washington.edu.