Student Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support community-based learning faculty, students, and community partners through event coordination for initiatives like FLEX Community Engagement Day and MLK Day of Service.
• Perform clerical tasks including answering calls and emails, maintaining documents, and organizing office common areas.
• Manage and update databases and social media accounts using tools such as GivePulse, Canva, and Instagram.
• Design flyers and promotional materials for campus events and local community partners.
• Collect and enter data for assessment purposes and support the OCCE Director and Program Coordinator.

Requirements

• Must be an active University of La Verne student.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• General clerical and organizational skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a highly interactive environment and handle tight time constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public speaking skills.
• 1 to 2 years of related experience with nonprofit organizations or community service.
• Experience valuing collaborative partnerships among diverse groups in multicultural environments.

Benefits

• One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked (up to 24 hours per year).
• Eligibility for the University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (excluding FWS wages).
• Medical coverage eligibility for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.
• Coverage under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.

About the Company

The University of La Verne is a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to ethical reasoning, lifelong learning, and civic engagement. Established in 1891, the university is recognized for its commitment to social mobility and excellence in education.