Sociology Office Assistant Work Study

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at finaid@union.edu .

The Sociology Department Work-Study student will serve as a Newsletter Editor, Sociology Club Participant, and Office Assistant.

Department: Department of Sociology

Location: Lippman Hall 212/221

Supervisor: Prof Deirdre Hill Butler

Work Available: Days

• Rate of Pay: $ 9.70/hr
• Number of Positions available: 1

Duties and Responsibilities

• Edit and format the Sociology Department newsletter
• Collect newsletter submissions from Sociology faculty, students, and Sociology Club members
• Organize newsletter content, including department events, faculty research, student work, and Sociology Club activities
• Collaborate with Sociology Club members and faculty to highlight student engagement and departmental programming
• Help promote Sociology Club events and department activities
• Create course flyers and other department promotional materials
• Assist with making copies, organizing materials, and supporting general office tasks
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Department Chair and Administrative Assistant
• Support clear and professional communication within the department

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Ability to organize content clearly and professionally
• Familiarity with basic flyer design or willingness to learn
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work with faculty, students, and staff in a professional manner
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines
• Dependable, organized, and able to follow directions
• Ability to work independently after training and guidance from department faculty and staff

Location: Schenectady, NY

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar) .