Weather Update
Due to the storm, Barnard College closed at 4pm Friday, for non-essential personnel. “Essential personnel" include staff in Facilities, Public Safety and Residence Halls.
Friday evening and weekend classes are cancelled but events are going forward as planned unless otherwise noted. The Athena Film Festival programs are also scheduled to go forward as planned but please check http://athenafilmfestival.com/ for the latest information.
The Barnard Library and Archives closed at 4pm Friday and will remain closed on Saturday, Feb. 9. The Library will resume regular hours on Sunday opening at 10am.
Please be advised that due to the conditions, certain entrances to campus may be closed. The main gate at 117th Street & Broadway will remain open. For further updates on college operations, please check this website, call the College Emergency Information Line 212-854-1002 or check AM radio station 1010WINS.
3:12 PM 02/08/2013
Do you like working with students? Do you enjoy working with computers? Enhance your computer skills and technical knowledge--Become an ACE!
Academic Computing Experts (ACEs) are trained to help students configure their computers for the Barnard network and troubleshoot computer problems. They also provide software, network, and printer support for students in computer labs on campus.
Students who are hired must attend training sessions twice in the academic year at Barnard. Every year, training starts a week before the official start of the Spring semester and two weeks before the official start of the Fall semester.
The Ideal ACE Candidate
- Has at least basic familiarity with computers and a willingness to learn during training
- Takes initiative and uses all available resources
- Is timely, responsible, dedicated and eager to learn
- Has good interpersonal skills
- Works well independently and in group situations
ACE Benefits
- A competitive hourly rate
- Substantial opportunities for wage increases
- Extensive computer training
- Excellent resume fodder
Job Requirements
- Candidate must attend Barnard full-time as a first-year, sophomore, or junior (can only apply in the fall semester of her junior year)
- ACEs work during Orientation Week. They may also work as an Orientation Leader, but not as an Orientation Crew Chief, Orientation Committee Member, or as an RA.
- Attend training twice per academic year, a week prior to the beginning of each semester
- Must maintain satisfactory level of work performance. Training evaluations, in-semester evaluations, and work performance will be factored into rehiring, promotion, and termination decisions.
- Work approximately four evening shifts over the course of four weeks to accommodate increased demand during the beginning of the fall semester
- Work 5 to 10 hours a week in the Student Computer Center
- Attend staff meetings
You should fill out the application from a computer attached to a printer so you can print out the recommendation forms, cover forms, and confirmation screen. Note that the application requires two references and one recommendation letter, so you should know your references before filling out the application. References should be previous employers, not family or friends. If you have limited experience, you may use a former teacher as a reference.
You will be contacted shortly after you apply regarding interviews. For more information, email studentcomputing@barnard.edu.
Apply to be an ACE
