Federal Work Study

About the Role

The Student Work Study position provides currently enrolled university students with part-time employment opportunities that support departmental operations while fostering professional growth and skill development. Student employees may be federally funded through the Federal Work-Study Program or institutionally funded; however, job responsibilities and performance expectations remain consistent regardless of funding source.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
• Performs clerical functions including answering phones, filing, scheduling, and organizing.
• Performs other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
• Performs a variety of entry-level administrative, operational, customer service, research, or program support duties, depending on departmental needs.
• May include assisting with office tasks, supporting events and programs, providing front-line customer service, data entry, filing, light research assistance, technology support, or other general support functions.
• Promotes workplace readiness, accountability, communication skills, and time management.
• Maintains professionalism, confidentiality (where applicable), and compliance with university policies.
• Balances work responsibilities with academic commitments.
• Positions are part-time, scheduled around academic coursework, and limited to the maximum allowable weekly hours in accordance with university and funding guidelines.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma/GED

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled university student.
• Federal Work-Study funding is not a prerequisite for the role, as institutional funding is also available.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting/standing.
• Frequent keyboard use.
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