FIRST@DU Student Assistant

University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Denver seeks a FIRST@DU Student Assistant to support staff with student success programming and help first-generation students acclimate to college life. The role begins Fall Quarter 2026 and continues through winter and spring quarters of 2027.

Responsibilities include planning programs for first-generation students, assisting with marketing materials, and managing social media content and newsletters. Some evenings required; training and year-end assessment are part of duties.

Qualifications

• Current DU undergraduate or graduate student enrolled for 2026-2027 academic year.
• A work-study award for 2026-2027 is required (email [e-mail] to verify eligibility).
• Experience in college access and student success initiatives.
• Knowledge of campus resources and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide resources and support to first-generation students, FIRST@DU programs and working on special projects.
• Assist in creating graphics for promotional event materials.
• Develop and manage social media content and email newsletters.
• Support in other FIRST@DU initiatives as needed.
• Attend student staff training, meetings and complete an end-of-year assessment.

Skills

Campus resources

Communication skills

Leadership

Organization

First-generation issues

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Crimson Connect

25Live

Qualtrics

Job description

Job Description: FIRST@DU Student Assistant

FIRST@DU Student Assistants will provide support to staff with various student success programming. Assistants will support first-generation students in cultivating a sense of belonging and connection to DU and assist first-generation students in getting acclimated to the college experience. Position starts in the Fall Quarter 2026 and continues through the academic year (winter and spring quarter of 2027).

Division: Student Affairs

FIRST@DU

About the Office:

The FIRST@DU office is located in the Student Experience Suite in the Community Commons (CCOM 1200). FIRST@DU is dedicated to supporting and celebrating first-generation students and their families. We provide an array of opportunities for students to network and build support through community activities, mentoring, resource referrals, and leadership development.

Job Summary:

FIRST@DU Student Assistants will provide support to staff with various student success programming. Assistants will support first-generation students in cultivating a sense of belonging and connection to DU and assist first-generation students in getting acclimated to the college experience. Position starts in the Fall Quarter 2026 and continues through the academic year (winter and spring quarter of 2027).

Student Assistants

Student Assistants will support in assisting and planning programs for first-generation students. This includes our signature events such as First-Gen Week and First-Gen Graduation Reception. Some assistants will also help with marketing materials such as newsletter, graphic creation, and social media.

Essential Functions

Provide resources and support to first-generation students, FIRST@DU programs and working on special projects.

Assist in creating graphics for promotional event materials.

Assist in developing and managing social media content and email newsletters.

Support in other FIRST@DU initiatives as needed.

Perform related work as required or assigned.

Some evenings are required.

All student assistants are required to attend student staff training, meetings, and to complete an end-of-year assessment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of campus resources, connectedness to campus, maturity, approachability, dependability, flexibility, and good communication skills.

Experience in college access and student success initiatives.

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Crimson Connect, 25Live & Qualtrics.

Communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Sensitivity to and interest in first-generation college student issues.

Enthusiasm for the university, its students, faculty, staff, academic and co-curricular life.

Required Qualifications

Current DU undergraduate or graduate student enrolled for 2026-2027 academic year.

A work-study award for academic year 2026-2027 is required. If you're not sure if you qualify, please email [e-mail].

Working Environment

1. Standard office environment.

2. Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is low to moderate.

3. Noise level is moderate to high.

Physical Activities

1. Ability to sit in a chair for an extended period.

2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement & Notice of Background Check

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. These are required for all part-time, full-time and student employee hires.

Compensation

Hiring range is hourly 19.84-20.75 based on experience.