Office Assistant

Department:

Col of Visual and Performing Arts Classification:

GMU Worker Job Category:

Part-Time /

Hourly Wage Job Type:

Part-Time Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 29 hours per week

Location:

Fairfax, VA Workplace Type:

Hybrid Eligible Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary:

The range for this role is $22-$25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Criminal Background Check:

Yes About the

Department:

Film and Video Studies at George Mason University guides students in the creation, production, and post-production of fiction, documentary, and experimental films, as well as television, transmedia, and mobile and web content. Our interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with a foundation in film history, analysis, and theory; the business of the film industry; and independent and ethical filmmaking. Graduates go on to apply their skills on film sets, in corporate environments, and with community organizations. The Program supports a cohesive faculty and staff to carry out these objectives. About the

Position:

Film and Video Studies is seeking a temporary Office Assistant. The ideal applicant is a fast learner and a team player who has experience working in an office and possesses background in higher education. The successful candidate will assist Film and Video Studies in day-to-day operations, help with the scheduling of classes, respond to office inquiries, process finance paperwork, and provide logistical support during key department events.

Responsibilities:

Answers telephone, take messages, and respond to inquiries; Manages department email inbox, including referring complex issues to appropriate contacts as necessary; Edits class schedules; Schedules meetings, reserve meeting rooms, and keep calendars up to date; Collects paperwork and assist with upkeep of department databases; Assists with scholarship and award tracking; Processes vendor payments and honorarium requests; and Provides event support for Visiting Filmmakers Series, Best of Film at Mason Showcase, Arts by George!, and other Film events.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor?s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Strong sense of organization, with focus on details; Strong written and oral communication skills; Capacity to collaborate with others, including working with undergraduate students; Ability to multi-task on projects, and be flexible and creative; and Proficiency in Microsoft 365 programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with George Mason University or another higher education work environment; Knowledge of Banner, Patriot Web, Course Leaf, 25Live, Emma, and Hootsuite; Strong background in basic design principles, style, and communication standards; Editorial, persuasive, and copywriting skills; Some interest in film studies; and Event organization and execution experience. Instructions to

Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review.

Posting Open Date:

June 15, 2026 For Full Consideration, Apply by: June 26, 2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes