Operations and Programs Assistant, The Center for Spirituality, Dialogue, and Service at Northeastern University
Responsibilities: serve as assistant to the Executive Director and support the work of administrative/programs staff and Spiritual Advisors; keep and update Center calendar; serve as front-desk office presence, welcoming visitors, arranging hospitality, assuring tidiness and smooth functioning of office, Sacred Space and Reflection Room; assist staff with budget reconciliations and correspondence; schedule use of Sacred Space and Reflection Room and other spaces; assist with hiring and paying Work-study students and Graduate Assistants; update appointment letters for Spiritual Advisors; oversee registration tables for programs; collect and deposit program fees; provide logistical support for events, meetings, and programs; arrange for tabling and outreach at Orientations, Welcome Week events, and other programs; purchase and stock office supplies; update database and ensure student email addresses are entered in ENEWS; oversee lending library and office equipment, including AV; schedule Spiritual Advisors’ use of shared office space; assist with publicizing and promoting programs; help support students in their spiritual, intellectual and vocational growth, and other duties as assigned.
To learn more about the Center, please visit: www.northeastern.edu/spiritual_life
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and significant experience in a diverse, dynamic, hospitable and frequently fast-paced work environment. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.), familiarity with social media, graphic design a plus. Commitment to diversity and inclusion and interest in serving students in the work of interfaith cooperation and understanding, global citizenship training, spiritual wellness and growth, and social justice education.
Supervisor: Executive Director, with significant duties delegated by CSDS Program Manager
Hours: 15-20/wk, ideally over 4-5 days each week
Salary: $17/hr
Please send resume and cover letter to csds@neu.edu with subject line “Job Application for Operations and Programs Assistant.” No phone calls please.