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Position Title - Student Events Assistant I On-Campus FWS
Level of Support - Student Support I
Position Type - On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings - 15
Work Hours - Before Standard Business Hours (M-F before 8am), During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)
Wage Per Hour - 18.40
Division/School - Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
Department Name - 627204 CORCORAN SCH-CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION
Department Bio - The Corcoran School of the Arts & Design (CSAD) at the George Washington University prepares its graduates to be the next generation of global leaders. Part of the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, the school functions as an incubator for artists, designers and scholars, who learn from internationally renowned faculty at the intersection of creativity and social innovation.
Position Specific Summary - To work various performances/events of the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design; ranging from Theatre, Dance or Music performances, lectures from visiting scholars, and openings of Art Exhibits. Responsibilities range from setting up equipment, preparing wayfaring signage, checking in & assisting our guests and may include regular office hours with one of the Corcoran Programs, including scheduling rooms, preparing Social Media postings, compiling copy for event programs, record guest lectures, upload recordings of performances/lectures, and other administrative tasks. Quick thinking, good organizational skills and keeping one's cool a plus! Event locations range from the Flagg Building to the University Student Center. Position is busiest near the end of each semester.
Standard Position Description - The student will perform basic administrative and logistical tasks supporting events. Tasks may include: event registration and check in, guest/patron services, scheduling of events, assisting with event set up and take down, participate in the creation and/or distribution of event materials. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes - Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications - This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications - Comfortable working with the Public a plus, along with knowledge of posting to various Social Media Platforms. Minor lifting required.
Job Open Date - 07/13/2026
Job Close Date - 09/15/2026
Campus Location - Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation - In-Person
Hiring Manager Name - Ann Norton
EEO Statement - The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment–free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check - The student employee will: - In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.
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