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Position Availability: Position Title: Equity & Belonging Student Organizers - Student Assistant Specialist FWS Requisition Number: 0406073522 Location New York City Position Type: Student Department: CA/Student Success Responsibilities: The New School was founded by forward-thinking educators in 1919 to defy the intellectual constraints of a traditional college education. Equity & Belonging is seeking Student Organizers who will support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging projects and initiatives for students at The New School. Our Student Organizers will work with various community partners to develop and sustain programming, networks, and services that are grounded in a belonging framework and that emphasize the intersectionality of the whole identity and foster a culture of care and belonging as community goals. Candidate(s) must be available to work during the academic months (August-June), work some evenings and weekends, and have an Federal Work Study (FWS) award.
The New School is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and particularly seeks applications from members of underrepresented groups, as well as candidates who share this commitment.
RESPONSIBILITIES Support Equity & Belonging event preparation including but not limited to transporting materials, decorating & arranging spaces, and event breakdown/clean-up. Create programming and marketing materials for events that adhere to New School branding standards. When available, be on-site during events to provide additional event support such as guest check-in, facilitate activities, accept catering, and troubleshoot technical issues. Research and brainstorm ideas for Heritage Month, Recognition Days, and Religious Observances to support the creation of programmatic initiatives. Help gather and organize content for Equity & Belonging university-wide communications, newsletter, and social media platforms. Support drafting, researching, creating, and sharing social media messaging around cultural months and event promotion following New School guidelines. Provide general office support

WORK MODEOn-Campus Position – Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely.
SALARY RANGE$19-21 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:
Passionate about DEIB / EISJ, access / opportunity, and anti-oppression work in a higher education setting Be open-minded, culturally competent, and respect all perspectives Takes initiative, works independently and collaboratively, strong work ethic  Meets deadlines in a timely manner, communicates clearly, and asks for help when needed Uses good judgment, thinks critically and thoughtfully Knowledge of social media platforms such as but not limited to IG, Facebook, etc. Experience with researching, brainstorming, ideating, and creating programming and marketing materials Able to commit at least 10 hours a week of office hours Must be able to lift boxes weighing up to 35lbs o support student initiatives  Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Google Prior experience working with programs or organizations that support DEIB / EISJ, access / opportunity, and anti-oppression work Experience with Canva, Illustrator, MailChimp, etc. Available workday and some evenings and weekends t Job Family: Student Services Department Posting Date: 09/18/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you currently have a federal work study award? If yes, please select the amount. No Less than $1000 $1000 to $3000 Greater than $3000 Optional & Required Applicant Documents: Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Federal Work Study award letter Optional Documents