Federal Work Study - TRIO Student Aide

Southwestern-Oregon-Community-College; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Oregon Community College seeks student workers to assist the TRiO Student Support Services department with academic support and transfer assistance. The position is limited to current degree-seeking students enrolled in at least 6 credits and requires maintaining satisfactory academic progress and eligibility for Federal Work-Study.

Typical duties include internet research, data entry, filing, answering phones, and creating flyers.

Qualifications

• Must be a current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Must be eligible to receive Federal Work-Study (FWS) based on financial need and FAFSA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with internet research, data entry, filing, photocopying, answering phone, creating flyers, signing out/in books and supplies, organizing books and supplies, and keeping SSS area tidy.
• Provide general office support and front-desk assistance as needed.

Skills

Pleasant demeanor

Internet research

Email correspondence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Assist the TRiO Student Support Services department with providing academic support services to help students graduate from Southwestern, encourage students to transfer to a four-year college or university, and assist with the transfer process.

***This position is only open to Student Workers*** 3 to 20 hours per week

Assist staff members with the following tasks: internet research, data entry, filing, photocopying, answering phone, creating flyers, signing out/in books and supplies, organizing books and supplies, and keeping SSS area tidy.

Must be current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits. Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Must be eligible to receive FWS based on financial need and eligibility requirements determined by FAFSA.

Required Skills/Expreience:

• Pleasant demeanor
• Basic computer skills such as internet research and email

Preferred Skills/Expreience:

• Microsoft Word and Excel
• Creativity for designing flyers, etc.

Employees and potential employees of the Southwestern Oregon Community College District are hereby notified that Southwestern Oregon Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran's status in employment, education, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations. Any persons having inquiries equal opportunity or nondiscrimination may contact: Rachele Lyon, Vice President of Administrative Services, Southwestern Oregon Community College, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay, OR 97420, [phone], [e-mail]