Student Work Study Philosophy Department AY 25-26 at St. Olaf College

St. Olaf College Student Employee Job Description

Job Title: Office Assistant
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
Department Name: Philosophy
Unit Number (5 digits): 11270
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  
Contact Person/Supervisor: AAA of Philosophy Department
Pay Rate (Check One)  X   Standard Hourly Rate   
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position) 
To assist the AAA and department with daily duties and special projects. Create promotional posters for departmental events, compile and create department newsletter. 

Transferable Skills: 
•    Communication
•    Attention to detail
•    Knowledge of discipline
•    Responsibility
•    Organization
•    Coordination of projects
•    Ability to work independently

Duties and Responsibilities: 
•    To perform daily office tasks as needed (scanning, copying, distributing mail and posters, etc)
•    To assist AAA with maintaining department website and social media content
•    To assist AAA and department Chair with compiling department newsletter
•    Creating promotional posters for department events
•    Greet visitors and answer questions

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 
•    Ability to maintain confidentiality
•    Ability to work with minimal supervision
•    Skill in using Microsoft office
•    Knowledge of discipline
•    Knowledge of Canva (or other graphic design software) you will be asked to submit a copy of the poster/marketing material you have created.

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.