Temporary Project Assistant, NEH

Compensation Range:

Position Summary

Part-time Project Assistant: The project assistant will support the Project Director.

Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and coordinating meetings for team members and the Advisory Board. Maintaining an updated contact list of NEH Discussion Program applicants, ordering books and supplies, and preparing digital readings for workshops and discussion groups. The project assistant assists with program outreach and recruitment to veteran and community groups, and will help create publicity materials (e.g., a program webpage, LinkedIn posts, and event board notices), send targeted emails, and handle U.S. mailings as needed. They will also assist Discussion Leaders with Zoom technology during meetings on Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons and help prepare assessment materials for program evaluation.

Temporary/Part-time Position

The Project Assistant will work an average of 17.5 hours a week for 35 weeks at a rate of $18/hour for the duration of the project period. Project period ends July 31, 2026.

Work schedule is non-standard – weekdays, weekends, and evenings - to accommodate programmatic events. Must be able to attend virtual meetings on Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon during Discussion programs (January to June 2026). Must have reliable transportation and computer technology.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the planning and execution of projects
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, handling correspondence, and managing project documentation
• Conduct research to support the project team
• Prepare project-related reports and presentations
• Monitor project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders
• Maintain a comprehensive and accurate project file
• Coordinate with project team members to ensure tasks are completed on schedule
• Provide suggestions for process and productivity improvements
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people and situations including students, faculty, staff, and community members from diverse racial, cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to run Zoom meetings and trouble shoot user problems
• Use Adobe Creative Suite for creative visual and audio recordings
• Must have experience with veterans groups and organizations
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing and by telephone. Demonstrated excellent command of and proficient use of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Experience coordinating special events such as workshops, training seminars, discussion groups. Experience making logistical arrangements. in support of such events.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required in Social Science, Humanities, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• 2+ years experience in similar paid employment, volunteer work, or student related project work.
• Knowledge of University forms, rules and procedures. General knowledge of campus organizations and locations preferred
• Work experience in a university or college environment preferred

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:

• Experience as a Project Assistant or similar role
• Skilled at organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Skilled in developing, implementing, and maintaining data record keeping - manual and computerized. Skill in maintaining systems alphabetically, chronologically and/or by subject matter.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and initiative.
• Excellent attendance record.

Travel: Remote

Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part-time benefits, please click here.

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.