Position Summary:

The Department of English, World Languages & Literatures seeks a student assistant who can provide administrative support with copying, printing, posting, publicizing events, Canva, and social media management for our disciplinary fields, which include English, World Languages & Literatures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support (photocopying, posting flyers, etc) to the Department Chair and the Faculty
• Manage departmental social media presence
• Attend departmental events and document with photo/video as appropriate
• Assist faculty with assorted tasks

Reports To:

Chair of English, World Languages, and Literatures & Syrita Newman (KSAS Coordinator)

Qualifications:

A successful candidate will:

• Be responsible and communicative
• Have a Manhattan cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Have excellent social media & Canva skills

Hourly Rate: $16.50; starting January 2026, the rate will increase to $17.00 per hour.

Application Process: A resume is required. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested and qualified persons are encouraged to apply.