Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Assistant

Berklee College of Music•Boston, MA

19h•$16

About The Position

The Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Assistant provides essential administrative and creative support to ensure the smooth daily operation of the LA&S office. This entry-level position is perfect for a motivated student looking to develop professional skills, contribute to a collaborative team environment, and gain valuable experience in an academic setting. You will work under the guidance of the Office Manager, supporting faculty, staff, and students with a variety of tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Liberal Arts and Sciences Student Assistant provides essential support to ensure the smooth daily operation of the LA&S office. This role is responsible for executing key administrative tasks, offering creative support for departmental projects, and contributing to a responsive and welcoming environment for faculty, staff, and students. Reporting to the Office Manager, this position is an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills, learn office management fundamentals, and become an integral part of an academic team.

Requirements

Current Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory undergraduate student in good academic standing.
Strong desire to learn and develop professional office skills.
Reliable, punctual, and demonstrates a strong work ethic.
Good communication and interpersonal skills; courteous and professional when interacting with faculty, staff, and peers.
Basic organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

An interest in graphic design, social media, or multimedia content creation.
Familiarity with or willingness to learn Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or basic video editing tools.
Detail-oriented with a focus on producing accurate work.
Previous experience in a customer service or team-oriented environment is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Serve as a welcoming first point of contact at the front desk, greeting visitors and answering phone calls.
Manage general email inquiries, responding professionally or directing them to the appropriate staff member.
Assist with inventory management and organization of office supplies.
Assist the Supervisor and Office Manager with the preparation of materials for events, meetings, and presentations.
Utilize graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) to create posters, flyers, and digital content under guidance.
Provide basic support for departmental social media accounts and website updates.
Help with the setup and breakdown for LA&S co-curricular events and functions.
Collect and organize data for larger scale projects as needed.
Work collaboratively with the supervisory team and other student assistants to complete shared tasks.
Take direction from the Office Manager, providing updates on task progress and asking questions as needed.
Other duties as needed and assigned