MFA Program Assistant - L. Locascio Nighthawk [Work Study]

Start Date: 6/1/2025
End Date: 5/31/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Hours per Week: 20
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Lisa Locascio Nighthawk

Alternate Supervisor: Cathy Linh Che

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 100%

Method to assess remote work: MFA Program Assistant works closely with Program Coordinators via regular meetings where the tasks are assigned and reviewed when completed.

Job Description

• This position will be supervised by MFA Program Coordinators.
• MFA program assistant supports MFA Program Coordinators and other MFA team members in day-to-day duties, as well as during the MFA residencies in June and in December.
• This position requires an organized person with attention to detail and a friendly customer service approach.
  
• The ideal candidate is a team player, has a positive attitude, and has strong verbal & written
  communication skills.
• They must possess the ability to multitask and re-prioritize as additional tasks arise, as well as work on projects independently.
• The job requires comfortable knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google applications (Word, Excel, Access, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc), and a willingness to learn new software applications. Adobe Acrobat, Canva, and basic video editing skills are a plus, but we can provide training.
• Job Duties Include:
  
• General administrative support (10 hours)
  
• Maintaining the filing system and database records (5 hours)
  
• Assistance during events (MFA residencies in June and December; either virtually or on
  campus, depending on the format of the residency; the assistance may include such tasks as technical support during hybrid (Zoom and on-campus) events, cleaning rooms on campus
  between events, assisting students, faculty, and guests during on-campus events) (when
  needed, during the residency--in this case most time is used for residency tasks)
  
• Other tasks may include creating graphics on Canva and basic video editing. (5 hours)

Qualifications

• Great communication skills;
• Knowledge of platforms (or ability to learn) such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Site, video editor, Canva.

How to Apply: This is a rehire position (current student worker holding it is Nic Wells)

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: MFA in Creative Writing