Career Development Center - Office Assistant

Post University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Post University is seeking a Student Worker for the Career Development Center as an Office Assistant – Student Worker (Part-time). This in-person role at the Downtown Waterbury campus offers hands-on experience in career services, event planning, outreach, and administrative support.

The position is part-time (up to 20 hours/week) with weekday hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., starting in early September and potentially extending based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must be a student at Post University.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience using Canva and designing flyers/posters preferred.
• Familiarity with Handshake is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with approving student accounts and provide general support in Handshake and the career services platform.
• Develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, posters) for events and resources.
• Plan and execute career-related events, including workshops, fairs, and employer networking.
• Conduct outreach to students and alumni to promote participation in the First Destination Survey.
• Assist Employer Relations teams with programming, outreach, and administration.
• Provide administrative support for daily Career Development Center operations.
• Collaborate on special projects to improve career services for students.
• Provide front-facing customer service by greeting visitors and guiding students.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Canva

Handshake familiarity

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Handshake platform

Job description

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Student Part-Time Connecticut, Waterbury, CT, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 3348

Job Title: Office Assistant – Student Worker (Part-time)
Department: Career Development Center
Location: Post University Downtown, 140 Bank Street, Waterbury, CT – In-Person Role
Hours: 10 Hours
Duration: Beginning in early September, until the end of the term. Possibility to extend based on performance.
Pay Rate:$16.94 per hour

Position Overview

The Career Development Center is seeking a motivated and organized student worker to assist with various tasks and initiatives. This position provides hands‑on experience in career services, event planning, outreach, and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with approving student accounts and providing general support in Handshake, Post University’s career services platform.
• Develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, posters) to raise awareness of career services events and resources.
• Assist with planning and execution of career-related events, including workshops, career fairs, and employer networking events.
• Conduct outreach to students and alumni to promote participation in the First Destination Survey.
• Assist Employer Relations teams with programming, outreach, and administration.
• Provide administrative support for daily operations of the Career Development Center.
• Collaborate with the team on special projects and initiatives to improve career services for students.
• Provide front-facing customer service by greeting visitors, assisting with requests, and helping students navigate Career Development Center resources.
• Additional related responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be a student at Post University
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience using Canva and designing flyers/posters preferred.
• Familiarity with Handshake or similar databases is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Information

• Part‑time, temporary summer position (up to 20 hours per week) with possibility to extend to Fall and Spring term based on performance
• Availability should include weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Fully in‑person position.
• This position is available for Post University Students only.

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