For Graduates: ASA Minority and Student Affairs Assistant Position

 

 Minority and Student Affairs Assistant 

American Sociological Association 

Organizational Context:  The American Sociological Association (ASA) is a nonprofit membership association dedicated to serving sociologists in their work, advancing sociology as a science and profession, and promoting the contributions and use of sociology to society. ASA’s national office is located in Washington, D.C.

Reporting Structure:  The Minority and Student Affairs Assistant reports to the Director of Minority and Student Affairs.

Job Classification:  Non-Exempt

Essential Functions: 

• Provide administrative support for all programs related to minority affairs, including the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) 
• Provide administrative support for all programs related to student affairs, including the Honors Program and the Student Forum 
• Provide administrative support to committees and task forces for which the Director of Minority and Student Affairs is the staff liaison 
• Work with the communications department to develop and distribute information regarding minority and student affairs activities through channels such as newsletters and social media Respond to relevant requests for assistance from members and staff 
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Minority and Student Affairs  
• Preferred Qualifications:
• B.A. in social scientific or humanistic discipline  
• Strong work ethic  
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech 
• Highly organized; able to manage multiple projects and tasks at once 

Compensation:  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A full and rich benefits package is provided to all ASA staff members. 

To apply:  Please submit a substantive cover letter and a resume to Jean H. Shin, Director of Minority and Student Affairs, at shin@asanet.org.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until someone has been hired. 

ASA is an equal opportunity employer.