Multicultural Resource Center MRC Employment Opportunities

The Multicultural Resource Center is not currently hiring students, please check back next semester! See below for information about the various positions typically available.

Program Organizer

Eligibility

All class years are welcome to apply.

Position Summary

The Program Organizer in the MRC oversees the development and implementation of center programs and is responsible for promoting a learning environment and welcoming community space.

Responsibilities:

• Support the continuation of the MRC’s signature programs, including Release, La Platica, Grab and Don't Go, and Black Art Matters.
• Establish new initiatives that align with MRC's mission.
• Identify and assess the needs of the direct communities we serve and brainstorm and execute ways to address those needs.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow student staff, student organizations, other resource centers, guests, and campus and community partners.
• Accept full responsibility over two-three programs per semester and complete them in a timely manner.
• Communicate regularly with the center director and fellow student staff, especially if problems arise or if unable to complete a task or project.
• May serve on the cross-center program committee.
• Attend required training, in-service, and meetings (staff, 1:1, etc.)
• Hold knowledge of and have strong interest in uplifting the voices and experiences of historically and presently marginalized student communities, with an emphasis on race and ethnicity.
• Learn and share information about the Amherst College community, campus resources, and best practices in serving students at Amherst. 
• Greet and engage with all visitors to the center to foster an inclusive and welcoming space.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled at Amherst College for the 2022 - 2023 academic year.
• In good academic and disciplinary standing.
• Knowledge of Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly collaborative, organized, and able to address needs in the moment.
• Social justice-oriented.
• Able to balance multiple obligations while being accountable to our team.
• Dedicated to creating an inclusive community.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.

Time Commitment and Salary:

• The starting salary is $15.25/hour.
• The Program Organizer is expected to work 8-10 hours/week. These hours include attending regularly scheduled team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Director as well as planning and executing programs.
• Student staff are expected to remain an employee of the MRC for the 2022-2023 academic year. Employment in future years is contingent upon satisfactory job performance. There will be check-ins throughout the year with the Director to discuss strengths, areas of opportunity, and overall contributions and progress.
• Student staff will be paid for additional hours re: required training, in-service workshops, etc. 

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Communication Organizer

Eligibility

All class years are welcome to apply.

Position Summary

The Communications Organizer in the MRC oversees communications efforts and is responsible for promoting a learning environment and welcoming community space. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the MRC’s social media presence, including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
• Develop and design educational resources and promotional materials, such as brochures and flyers.
• Assist the director with website updates and newsletter communications.

• Identify and assess the needs of the direct communities we serve and brainstorm and execute ways to address those needs.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow student staff, student organizations, other resource centers, guests, and campus and community partners.
• Accept full responsibility over projects and complete them in a timely manner.
• Communicate regularly with the center director and fellow student staff, especially if problems arise or if unable to complete a task or project.
• Serve on the cross-center communications committee.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Hold knowledge of and have strong interest in uplifting the voices and experiences of historically and presently marginalized student communities, with an emphasis on race and ethnicity.
• Learn and share information about the Amherst College community, campus resources, and best practices in serving these students at Amherst. 
• Greet and engage with all visitors to the center to foster an inclusive and welcoming space.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled at Amherst College for the 2022 - 2023 academic year.
• In good academic and disciplinary standing.
• Knowledge of Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly collaborative, organized, and able to address needs in the moment.
• Social justice-oriented.
• Able to balance multiple obligations while being accountable to our team.
• Dedicated to creating an inclusive community.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with or willingness to learn how to manage social media platforms and use InDesign, Photoshop, and Canva.

Time Commitment and Salary:

• The starting salary is $15.25/hour.
• The Communications Organizer is expected to work 8-10 hours/week. These hours include attending regularly scheduled team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Director as well as planning and executing programs.
• Student staff are expected to remain an employee of the MRC for the 2022-2023 academic year. Employment in future years is contingent upon satisfactory job performance. There will be check-ins throughout the year with the Director to discuss strengths, areas of opportunity, and overall contributions and progress.
• Student staff will be paid for additional hours re: required training, in-service workshops, etc. 

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Center Organizer

Eligibility

All class years are welcome to apply.

Position Summary

The Center Organizer in the MRC oversees physical maintenance of the center, manages administrative duties, and is responsible for promoting a learning environment and welcoming community space. 

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the MRC’s physical space, including restocking supplies, managing inventory, and maintaining office cleanliness.
• Manage the center’s event calendar, space reservations, and library check-out.
• Support the director with administrative projects as needed.
• Identify and assess the needs of the direct communities we serve and brainstorm and execute ways to address those needs.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow student staff, student organizations, other resource centers, guests, and campus and community partners.
• Accept full responsibility over projects and complete them in a timely manner.
• Communicate regularly with the center director and fellow student staff, especially if problems arise or if unable to complete a task or project.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Hold knowledge of and have strong interest in uplifting the voices and experiences of historically and presently marginalized student communities, with an emphasis on race and ethnicity.
• Learn and share information about the Amherst College community, campus resources, and best practices in serving these students at Amherst. 
• Greet and engage with all visitors to the center to foster an inclusive and welcoming space.

Qualifications:

• Enrolled at Amherst College for the 2022 - 2023 academic year.
• In good academic and disciplinary standing.
• Knowledge of Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly collaborative, organized, and able to address needs in the moment.
• Social justice-oriented.
• Able to balance multiple obligations while being accountable to our team.
• Dedicated to creating an inclusive community.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.

Time Commitment and Salary:

• The starting salary is $15.25/hour.
• The Center Organizer is expected to work 8-10 hours/week. These hours include attending regularly scheduled team meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Director as well as planning and executing programs.
• Student staff are expected to remain an employee of the MRC for the 2022-2023 academic year. Employment in future years is contingent upon satisfactory job performance. There will be check-ins throughout the year with the Director to discuss strengths, areas of opportunity, and overall contributions and progress.
• Student staff will be paid for additional hours re: required training, in-service workshops, etc.