Federal Work Study-Student Assistant (Communications & Administrative Support)

Jackson County Florida 4-H; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson County Florida 4-H in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Federal Work Study- Student Assistant (Communications & Administrative Support) to help update the department website, create visuals, and publish content for departmental social media.

The role supports events, communications, and office tasks with 10 hours weekly; must maintain a 2.5 GPA and be eligible for Federal Work Study.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updating and maintaining the department website.
• Create and edit photos, graphics, and other visual materials using software such as Adobe Photoshop and Canva.
• Assist with developing and publishing content for departmental social media platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Support departmental communications efforts, including drafting announcements and promotional content.
• Assist with planning and supporting departmental events, seminars, meetings, and outreach activities.
• Perform data entry, filing, document preparation, and other general office tasks.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

CMS

Job description

Classification Title

• Must maintain a 2.5-grade point average.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study

Classification Title

Federal Work Study- Student Assistant (Communications & Administrative Support)

Classification Minimum Requirements

• Must maintain a 2.5-grade point average.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study

Job Description

• Assist the Marketing and Communications Specialist with updating and maintaining the department website.
• Create and edit photos, graphics, and other visual materials using software such as Adobe Photoshop and Canva.
• Assist with developing and publishing content for departmental social media platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Support departmental communications efforts, including drafting announcements, and promotional content.
• Assist with planning and supporting departmental events, seminars, meetings, and outreach activities.
• Perform data entry, filing, document preparation, and other general office tasks.

Expected Salary

$15.00 hour

Required Qualifications

• Must maintain a 2.5-grade point average.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study

Preferred

• Demonstrated interest in communications, marketing, public relations and scientific research.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, website maintenance using a content management system (CMS).
• Basic graphic design and photo-editing experience.
• Experience managing or creating content for social media platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Previous office, administrative, customer service, or communications experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a positive customer-service-oriented attitude.

This position is ideal for students interested in gaining experience in communications, marketing, event coordination, and office administration within a higher education and research environment.