Temporary Program Assistant

Department: Temp Center

Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Program Assistant

Hours: This is a part-time position (20 hours per week/M-F)

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Campus: Hybrid

Approximate start date: 7/15/2024

Approximate end date: TBD

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary Part-time Program Assistant

Temporary Job Description:

The Talent Management team is looking for a candidate who can quickly learn the ropes of recruitment for Alumni Relations and Development while incorporating our hiring best practices. This role will work directly with the team and DEI to schedule interviews using outlook, create interview itineraries for candidates and be the point of contact for scheduling.

This position will connect with potential candidates to provide excellent candidate experience. Successful candidates will have strong attention to detail, great customer service, organizational skills, and be proactive to get interviews scheduled promptly. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

A bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience;

Strong writing skills;

High level of organizational skills and attention to detail;

Diligent and can work independently;

Experience working with confidential information;

Professionalism;

Flexibility, adaptability in a fast paced environment.

Software Required:

MS Office suite 2013 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

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