Workshop Assistant
Workshop Assistant
The Center for Creativity at the University of Pittsburgh “seeks to foster connections between and among members of the University community whose scholarly efforts and passions are rooted in “making stuff” – making stories, pictures, music, scenes, statements, apps, messes, etc. The Center for Creativity (C4C) is seeking a C4C Assistant, responsible for welcoming and assisting users, maintaining the space and equipment, managing the program and event calendar, assisting with scheduled programs and social media, organizing events, developing “How To” documents for equipment and supplies, providing demonstrations, maintaining an observation journal and compiling data, supervising student workers, purchasing supplies under the direction of the manager, and answering phone and email. Candidates demonstrating a background in producing and/or understanding the production of creative work (e.g. art, poetry, music, letterpress and book arts, theater, etc.), or working in a creative environment are strongly preferred. A successful candidate should exhibit exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with multiple and diverse internal and external contacts, strong analytical and organizational skills as well as the ability to operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and a demonstrated ability to utilize independent discretion in sensitive situations.
Job Summary
Performs administrative assistant support work of moderate complexity.
Essential Functions
The Center for Creativity (C4C) is seeking a C4C Assistant, responsible for welcoming and assisting users, maintaining the space and equipment, managing the program and event calendar, assisting with scheduled programs and social media, organizing events, developing “How To” documents for equipment and supplies, providing demonstrations, maintaining an observation journal and compiling data, supervising student workers, purchasing supplies under the direction of the manager, and answering phone and email.
Physical Effort
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Administrative Assistant II
Job Family: Administrative Support
Job Sub Family: Clerical
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Associate's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: hours vary - may include evenings and weekends
Work Arrangement: hours vary - may include evenings and weekends
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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