Part-Time Student Assistant, LGBTQ+ Culture Center

Special Instructions Summary

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Department

LGBTQ+ CULTURE CENTER (BL-LGBT-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every students Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

The LGBTQ+ Culture Center at Indiana University Bloomington is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging for LGBTQ+ students and their allies. We provide educational resources, community support, and opportunities for engagement that affirm identities and increase visibility across campus. Through programming, outreach, and student leadership, the Center helps students feel seen, supported, and connected during their time at Indiana University.

Job Summary

The Part-Time Student Assistant supports daily office operations, provides welcoming front-line service to visitors, assists with programming and communications, and helps maintain a vibrant, affirming space for LGBTQ+ Hoosiers and their allies.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Serves as receptionist by greeting visitors, answering phones, responding to general emails, and providing accurate information and referrals.
• Performs routine clerical duties and general office support.
• Provides library support, including checking materials in/out, reshelving library materials, and assisting library patrons.
• Assists with managing and updating the Centers social media accounts.
• Curates and distributes QNews, the Centers weekly email newsletter.
• Collaborates on developing and promoting programs and services that reflect the evolving interests and needs of LGBTQ+ communities.
• Provides logistical support for events, including identifying speakers or vendors, booking space and equipment, organizing refreshments, creating publicity, and facilitating event evaluations.
• Meets regularly with supervisors and participates in bi-weekly staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director or Office Manager.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University Bloomington

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Experience in customer service, peer support, or office assistance

SKILLS

Required

• Familiarity with Indiana University resources that support LGBTQ+ students, and the ability to refer individuals to appropriate campus services
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to engage with campus offices that support student well-being and safety.
• Demonstrates understanding of LGBTQ+ terminology and communities, with the ability to speak confidently about the experiences of LGBTQ+ students at IU
• Ability to interact respectfully and thoughtfully with individuals such as students, parents, or guests who may be unfamiliar with LGBTQ+ topics
• Sound judgment in knowing when to refer questions or concerns to professional staff
• Willingness to learn and apply University and City of Bloomington policies related to nondiscrimination in education, employment, and housing

Preferred

• Knowledge of IU resources (e.g., Student Advocates, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Student Legal Services, etc.)
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

This position is work study eligible and preferred.

The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position:

• Career and Self-Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology

These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

Advertised Salary

$14.50 per hour

Work Hours

Approximately 10-12 hours per week, no more than 29 hours per week across all IU jobs.

Flexible schedule based on availability and department needs.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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