Faculty and Academic Support Assistant

Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce

Faculty and Academic Support Assistant role supporting law faculty with teaching and research activities at Georgetown University. Providing administrative support and collaborating with various academic departments.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeWashington D.C. • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe, while effectively coordinating faculty needs and facilitating communication across departments.

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Administrative Support ExperienceStrong Communication SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyGoogle Suite ProficiencyInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Administrative SupportOffice PracticesCustomer ServiceClass Material PreparationAcademic Software Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationInterpersonal CommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle SuiteAdobeGMS/WorkdayConcurCanvas

Industry Keywords

Law Faculty SupportAcademic AdministrationFaculty Research Assistant HiringCross-Departmental Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serves as a member of a collaborative team of assistants supporting the teaching, scholarly, and administrative work of full-time law faculty.
Provides high-level professional and logistical support to assigned faculty members throughout the academic year, including assistance with teaching responsibilities, committee work, and research activities.
During the summer term, partners with other Law Center academic offices to deliver coordinated administrative and operational support, ensuring continuity of faculty and student services.
Prepare and coordinate class materials and communications, including rosters, photo seating charts, syllabi, and presentation slides, and facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
Assist with academic software management.
Support faculty administrative needs by coordinating travel arrangements and reimbursements and partnering with the Employment Services Office to facilitate Faculty Research Assistant hiring.
Collaborates with Law Center departments during the summer term to support fall semester planning and preparation for faculty and student needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A High School Diploma
At least 2-4 years prior experience in administrative support and/or customer service roles
Experience with the practical application of routine office practices and techniques
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience working with a wide range of individuals
Past experience with and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Adobe
Must possess the ability to gain proficiency with other office and campus technologies (including GMS/Workday, Concur, and Canvas).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement savings
Tuition assistance
Work-life balance benefits
Employee discounts