About the role#
Chatham University is hiring a Student Administrative Assistant to support the Dean’s Office at the Eden Hall campus. This is a paid, part-time position open to current students. The role involves daily office operations, event support, and representing the university to visitors.
What you'll do#
- Manage incoming correspondence through the official school email account and distribute campus-wide messages.
- Oversee EHCC campus calendar approvals and add academic or student-led events.
- Handle campus mail and packages, including notifying individuals when items arrive.
- Coordinate events by placing catering orders, submitting IT and facility requests, and drafting flyers.
- Assist with space reservations and ASTRA approvals.
- Give tours to external visitors as an ambassador for the Dean’s Office.
- Create training materials and walkthroughs for future student staff.
- Complete a brief performance review with your supervisor each semester.
What you'll need#
- Must be a current student at Chatham University.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with event coordination is helpful but not required.
- Preferred majors include Communications, Business Administration, Psychology, Human Resources, or Public Health.
Location & details#
- Location: Eden Hall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week during the academic year.
- Note: Total hours across all campus jobs cannot exceed 20 per week or 980 per calendar year. Appointments do not automatically renew for subsequent terms.
About Chatham University
Chatham University is an educational institution founded in 1869. It operates out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with campuses in the Shadyside neighborhood and at Eden Hall. The university provides over 60 programs in fields including health, science, business, and the arts. It maintains a staff of 1,034 employees.
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