Deacs Decide: Get Out The Vote Assistant
Department
Office of Civic and Community Engagement
Job Title
Deacs Decide: Get Out The Vote Assistant
Avg. Hours/Week
8
Specific Hours?
**See below
Job Classification
- Federal Work Study
Job Description
- Must possess good oral and written communication skills.,
- Requires creativity and ability to work independently.
- Routine duties will vary by specific projects.
- May also organize and conduct special events that may include ticket sales, design and produce print publications, gather, interpret and disseminate information.
- Assists departments and organizations in providing excellent customer service.
- Typical duties include; filing, typing, sorting, collating, maintaining records, light clerical work, running errands, giving information, receiving and routing telephone calls, scheduling appointments, unpacking materials, assist with mail – sort, process, issue, deliver and load/unload, and operating office equipment.
- Assists with daily activities, exhibitions and special events.
- Provide customer service in person and over the phone.
- Interest and/or connection to department
- May conduct research, check bibliographic information, proofreading, and indexing.
- No experience required – Will train.
- Students will need to have availability to work during the day, nights and weekends, leading up to the election
Learning Outcomes
- Effectively and efficiently convey and receive information, both formally and informally, using verbal, non-verbal and writing skills amongst various stakeholders.
- Enhance their time management, problem solving and, teamwork skills
- Understand and apply professional and ethical responsibility
- Exhibit their understanding of ensuring a safe work environment
- Develop cognitive and interpersonal skills that are measurable and transferable
- Function as a part of a multidisciplinary team
- Develop professional contacts
- Demonstrate professional communication skills through writing or editing.
- Develop an understanding of professional cultures and expectations