Federal Work Study - Finance, Economics, and Accounting (Fall 2026)

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 9,400 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacksonville State University is offering a Federal Work Study Student Aid position on campus across offices, labs, gym, library, and other areas. The role supports staff and faculty with research preparation, instructional support, and departmental operations.

Eligibility hinges on Federal Work Study qualification and campus enrollment. Hours are limited to 20 per week at $8.25 per hour, with scheduling based on class timetables.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a Jax State student taking at least six (3) hours per fall or spring semester
• GPA of 2.00 or higher for non-first-time students
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or My Jax State printout)
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study
• International students not eligible for Federal Work Study

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance, Economics, and Accounting Faculty/Staff
• Provide excellent customer service to all staff, faculty, and students
• Greet and assist visitors
• Operates standard office machines including a computer and commonly used word processing software
• Performs basic Excel and Office 365 duties as required by department
• Assists with maintaining records and filing systems
• Assist with Administrative and Clerical Duties as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department

Job description

Department

Finance, Economics, and Accounting

Salary

$8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)

Schedule

Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary

The duties of the Federal Work Study Student Aid are to obtain work experience on campus in offices, labs, gym, the library, and other areas. Duties may include assisting staff and faculty with preparation for research, classroom instruction, departmental operational needs, or performing administrative and other support duties as required.

Positions may be filled based on individual applicants’ skills, qualification, and departmental needs.

**Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance, Economics, and Accounting Faculty/Staff.
• Provide excellent customer service to all staff, faculty, and students.
• Greet and assist visitors.
• Operates standard office machines including a computer and commonly used word processing software.
• Performs basic Excel and Office 365 duties as required by department.
• Assists with maintaining records and filing systems.
• Assist with Administrative and Clerical Duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled as a Jax State student taking at least six (3) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
• If not a first-time student, applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
• Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from My Jax State.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• May not be a Dual Enrollment Student

Notice Regarding International Students

• International students are not eligible for Federal Work Studies positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic Knowledge of Excel and Office 365

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://www.clerycenter.org/the-clery-act the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: http://jsu.edu/police/docs/CleryAnnualReport.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.