Business Office Assistant - ABHS Office

Business Office Assistant - ABHS Office

The American Baptist Historical Society seeks work-study students for the following positions. Eligibility for Federal Work-Study funds is required.

Business Office Assistants will help with clerical duties. Possible tasks include :

• Assisting office manager with clerical responsibilities, e.g., photocopying, scanning, data entry, answering phones, and other general tasks.
• Assisting with processing of mass mailings, including folding letters, stuffing envelopes, etc.

To Apply, Email the Following to ABHSoffice.org :

About ABHS : Founded in 1853, the American Baptist Historical Society (ABHS) is the oldest Baptist historical society, and holds the largest and most diverse collection of Baptist historical material in the US. ABHS archival collections include records from many different Baptist organizations and individuals in North America and around the world. Archives manage and maintain books, documents, and other materials that have historical importance, and function as research libraries. Unlike a public library, stacks are closed and materials are retrieved by staff for researchers. None of the materials may be removed from the premises.

ABHS is committed to using its collections to enrich the body of Christ. It fosters and promotes a knowledge and appreciation of Baptist history through the ongoing collection, preservation, and interpretation of the work of the diverse family of Baptists. Central to its mission is the preservation of the historical records of the denomination called American Baptist Churches, USA.

ABHS is located in the Mercer University Atlanta Administration & Conference Center, Suite 150.

$10.50 / hour to $11.50 per hour

Pay Scale for the Position : $10.50 / hour to $11.50 per hour. Wages are based on length of employment, performance, and job duties. Total earnings are limited to the student's Federal work-study award. The student employee must work at least 4 hours per week (minimum 2-hour per shift) and may work up to 20 hours per week in accordance with student employment policies and the needs of ABHS. In general the length of employment is one academic year and is contingent upon :

Key qualifications : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, punctuality, reliability, and ability to follow instructions and work without constant supervision.

FWS Eligibility Required

Scheduled Hours : 20

Start Date : 08 / 15 / 2024

End Date : 05 / 3 / 2025