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Job Description

Job Description

Position Purpose

Graduate Assistants (GAs) are integral in building community at SIA-NY in that they create a welcoming environment, assist with student and visitor questions and concerns, and maintain a clean, organized space in the 6th Floor Student Commons area in the Library. In addition to providing quality customer service, GAs are responsible for performing a variety of front desk and clerical functions in both the Commons and the Library.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following, but the individual will also be expected to perform all the duties necessary which are customarily performed by a person holding this position. Other duties may be assigned .

6th Floor Commons / Reception Area

• Front desk coverage (including reception and answering / directing telephone inquiries) for evenings and weekends;
• Provide support to and assist in the management of after-hours happenings at the Institute including, community events, MA classes, and evening study hours. Community events support may include artist lectures, career workshops, book signings, and admission events;
• Work with IT to troubleshoot and assist presenters with audiovisual and classroom issues;
• Coordinate with all facility, student, and staff in case of emergencies (may include fire alarm checks, 911 emergencies, or building evacuations) and;
• Other office clerical duties as assigned

Library

Knowledge and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge and skill required. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Work Experience

Candidates must be current first-semester student at Sotheby’s Institute of Art –NY and in good academic standing.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of his / her job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations must be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Sotheby’s Institute of Art reserves the right to modify this job description in its sole discretion.

Sotheby’s Institute of Art is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.