Office Manager, Student Media
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Department:
University Life - Student Media Center
Classification:
GMU Worker
Job Category:
Part-Time/Hourly Wage
Job Type:
Part-Time
Work Schedule:
Up to 29 hours/week
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type:
On Site Required
Salary:
$22-$24/hour; salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About the Department:
Student Media is dedicated to providing hands-on, experiential learning opportunities for students who aspire to a career in media production or journalism, as well as those who simply wish to pursue a creative passion or hobby.
With over 60 computers, 4 state-of-the-art audio and video studios, a bustling newsroom, and multiple co-curricular courses, Student Media is a unique learning environment for Mason students to learn new skills and practice their craft by producing content that is seen by their peers, professors, and the community.
About the Position:
The Student Media Center is seeking a responsible part-time hourly wage employee for the Office Manager position. The maximum authorized hours of work for this position will be up to 29 hours per week/minimum of 20 hours per week. The Office Manager will manage daily operations with additional administrative and programmatic support duties.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks under the direction of unit staff within University Life. The role may include, but is not limited to: Manage day-to-day office operations (i.e., phone and equipment coordination, food and supply orders, event scheduling); Oversee walk-in traffic and phone calls; Supervision of student staff; Stakeholder outreach (faculty, staff, alumni); Support with social media and website updates; Responsible for managing administrator calendars; Event coordination and support; Computer/database responsibilities such as organization of files, spreadsheets, digital images and/or documents, data collection and tracking; Provision of information and materials to students, faculty, and staff; and Typical working hours between 9am-5pm on weekdays; required to work evenings up to 7pm if needed. Additional administrative and programmatic support duties will be assigned by divisional and/or unit staff. Applicants should desire working in a fun, student-focused team environment where priorities change rapidly and customer service, as well as effective communication, is considered essential.
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills; Demonstrated customer service skills; Demonstrated organizational skills; Attention to detail; Collaborative team-player; Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; Ability to prioritize work; Ability to multitask and remain flexible; and Ability to take initiative. Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience working in a higher education environment; Prior experience with purchasing and procurement within a government or state agency; Prior experience with event planning and scheduling; Prior experience with project management; Prior experience with supervision; and Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Canva.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Office Manager, Student Media at https://jobs.gmu.edu/.Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: November 20, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 3, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
University Life - Student Media Center
Classification:
GMU Worker
Job Category:
Part-Time/Hourly Wage
Job Type:
Part-Time
Work Schedule:
Up to 29 hours/week
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type:
On Site Required
Salary:
$22-$24/hour; salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About the Department:
Student Media is dedicated to providing hands-on, experiential learning opportunities for students who aspire to a career in media production or journalism, as well as those who simply wish to pursue a creative passion or hobby.
With over 60 computers, 4 state-of-the-art audio and video studios, a bustling newsroom, and multiple co-curricular courses, Student Media is a unique learning environment for Mason students to learn new skills and practice their craft by producing content that is seen by their peers, professors, and the community.
About the Position:
The Student Media Center is seeking a responsible part-time hourly wage employee for the Office Manager position. The maximum authorized hours of work for this position will be up to 29 hours per week/minimum of 20 hours per week. The Office Manager will manage daily operations with additional administrative and programmatic support duties.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks under the direction of unit staff within University Life. The role may include, but is not limited to: Manage day-to-day office operations (i.e., phone and equipment coordination, food and supply orders, event scheduling); Oversee walk-in traffic and phone calls; Supervision of student staff; Stakeholder outreach (faculty, staff, alumni); Support with social media and website updates; Responsible for managing administrator calendars; Event coordination and support; Computer/database responsibilities such as organization of files, spreadsheets, digital images and/or documents, data collection and tracking; Provision of information and materials to students, faculty, and staff; and Typical working hours between 9am-5pm on weekdays; required to work evenings up to 7pm if needed. Additional administrative and programmatic support duties will be assigned by divisional and/or unit staff. Applicants should desire working in a fun, student-focused team environment where priorities change rapidly and customer service, as well as effective communication, is considered essential.
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills; Demonstrated customer service skills; Demonstrated organizational skills; Attention to detail; Collaborative team-player; Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; Ability to prioritize work; Ability to multitask and remain flexible; and Ability to take initiative. Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience working in a higher education environment; Prior experience with purchasing and procurement within a government or state agency; Prior experience with event planning and scheduling; Prior experience with project management; Prior experience with supervision; and Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and Canva.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Office Manager, Student Media at https://jobs.gmu.edu/.Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: November 20, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 3, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/