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A current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as a Cross-Cultural Studies Instructor, OR * The equivalent. NOTE : If you are applying under an Equivalency, you MUST ...

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Conduct research in literature, history, philosophy, or cultural studies. * Produce scholarly writing and structured analysis for diverse audiences. * Evaluate cultural contexts and provide insights ...

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Student Worker- Social Sciences & Cultural Studies

Student Worker- Social Sciences & Cultural Studies

Western New Mexico University

Silver City, NM • On-site

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Student Worker- Social Sciences & Cultural Studies
Position Classification
Student Worker
Employment Type
Part-Time
Benefits
Not Applicable
Department
Social Sciences & Cultural Studies
Summary
Assists the Department of Social Science and Cultural Studies faculty and staff with a variety of tasks and functions in an office environment.
Duties
  1. Performs basic office duties such as answering the phones, making copies and scans.
  2. Assists faculty and staff with paperwork.
  3. Revamping content and forms on Honors Programs website.
  4. Managing program logistics (scheduling meetings and monitoring and updating the calendar and taking stock of Honors Program property(currently scattered across campus).
  5. Field basic questions and direct students to the appropriate resources.
  6. Assists department by picking up and distributing mail and runs errands on campus.
  7. Greets and helps any visitors to our suite.
  8. Creates documents and spreadsheets as needed.
  9. Assists with office organization and keeps storage areas tidy and organized.
  10. Provides a broad range of administrative functions. Maintains comprehensive communication among all contacts.
  11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Background
Current WNMU student. Major/minor in HIST, POLS, SOC preferred.
Job Knowledge
Excellent customer service and communication skills. Skill in general office duties and office equipment to include telephones, copier, Fax, and computer/computer programs. Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.
Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)
Normal office environment. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/ conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
Other Requirements
Location
Silver City-On Campus

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