By: Emma Sauer
At UMKC’s Women’s Center, we run a tight ship. Between the five of us, we currently have three interns, a graduate assistant, and Arzie, our director. We’re looking for another work study student to add to our team this fall and spring, and it could be you!
If you’re a person who is passionate about helping and educating others and someone who is always open to learning new things, you will flourish at the Women’s Center. Through our events and programs, you’ll have to opportunity to educate and advocate for women’s equity on campus. Our office is also a safe space for everyone, but especially anyone who feels marginalized. You will help keep the office running by keeping the area tidy, answering phone calls, and providing resources from our brochures or resource list to those who need it. You’ll also help organize and staff events with your coworkers, along with posting regularly to our social media…and the blog of course! This is a great opportunity for teamwork, as you’ll be working alongside your fellow staff to create programs, campaigns, and to make sure events go without a hitch.
Working with the Women’s Center is an incredible opportunity to gain experience in an office setting while also advocating for gender equity. Plus, it’s lots of fun! Many of the programs we run involve art activities, meeting new students, and getting involved on campus! Speaking from experience, working here is a great way to gain experience on campus if you haven’t had the chance yet. All majors are welcome to apply, and as a work study student, you’ll even get paid!
Application Steps:
- Complete the Women’s Center Work-Study Application here.
- Send your current resume and class schedule to umkc-womens-center@umkc.edu.
- Questions? Please contact 816-235-1638 or
umkc-womens-center@umkc.edu.
Details:
Aid Term: Fall/Spring
Job Title: Office & Events Assistant
Pay Range: $13.00 to $14.00
Weekly Hours: 12
Weekly Work Schedule: Mon – Thurs, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Fridays, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Some evening and weekend hours during special events)
Job Category: Administrative/Customer Service
Essential Duties May Include: Identify needs of individual and appropriately assist with questions or concerns at front desk. Politely greet students and guests to provide quality customer service; Answer phones. Assess questions; offer solutions or additional resources such as a manager to assist. Demonstrate professionalism in a confidential setting. Implement existing/new tasks, projects and/or ideas with accuracy and enthusiasm. Promote services by serving as an representative through conversations with fellow students. Data entry, mailing and other clerical duties as assigned. Open/close office as needed.