Front Desk Student Assistant (Work Study)

Opt For Healthy Living; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

CSU Stanislaus is seeking a Front Desk Student Assistant (Work Study) for the Learning Commons in Stanislaus - Turlock. The role focuses on front desk operations, outreach, and special projects while supporting campus services and marketing efforts.

Ideal candidates are Work Study award recipients, able to work 10–20 hours per week, and capable of coordinating with multiple departments. Start date on/after September 14, 2026; ends by May 21, 2027, with potential reappointment based on needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a work study award as part of financial aid.
• Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and routes to the appropriate department/staff.
• Assists with filing and tracking using paper and electronic systems
• Assists with data entry and answering phones/emails.
• Assists with marketing materials and social media connections.
• Coordinates logistics for meetings, outreach and events.
• Supports students in scheduling appointments via StanTutor.
• Responds to inquiries and assists with referrals to campus/community resources.

Skills

Front desk etiquette

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Tools

StanTutor

Job description

Front Desk Student Assistant (Work Study)

Job no: 561525
Work type: Student Assistant - Federal Work Study
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Administrative, Temporary, Time Varies, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

• Position Summary
• One temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position available in the Learning Commons.
  Serves as a Learning Commons student assistant for the front desk - the connection, communication, and clerical hub of services and operations. Front desk student assistants welcome and connect students to services, complete clerical tasks, and share how the Learning Commons contributes to student success through a variety of communication tools and marketing events. Applicants must have a work study award as part of their financial aid. This position will have a special focus on outreach, supporting front desk operations, and special projects.
• Start Date
• One position available on or after September 14, 2026 and ending on or before May 21, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.
• Job Description/Duties
• Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Greets guests and route to the appropriate department/staff.
  • Assist with filing and tracking using paper and electronic systems
  • Assist with running errands to other buildings/departments.
  • Assist with data entry.
  • Assist with answering phones, emails and routing inquiries to the appropriate staff in a professional manner.
  • Assists with referring students to other campus and community resources.
  • Assist with logistics for meetings, outreach and events.
  • Assists with development of marketing materials and social media connections.
  • Communicates and works with teams to complete projects.
  • Assist students in scheduling appointments and responding to inquiries using our learning center management platform, StanTutor.
  • Monitor and assist with student, staff, faculty and guest questions.
  • Participates in marketing and outreach events.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Qualifications
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrates ability to welcome and connect students with services and staff.
  • Demonstrates ability to work on a team.
  • Demonstrates responsibility and dependability with strong organizational skills.
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently with numerous interruptions.
  • Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to work 10-20 hours per week.
  • Demonstrates ability to follow directions.
  • Demonstrates ability to work with a diverse population.
  • Demonstrates working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
  • Demonstrates ability to market, promote and encourage use of services.
  
  Required Qualifications:
  • Must have a work study award as part of their financial aid.
  • Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
  • Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
• Salary Range
• $16.90 per hour.
• Application Deadline
• OPEN UNTIL FILLED
• Additional Information

• Clery Act Disclosure Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/epc/clery-safety-reports. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

  Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]. California Relay Service is available at [phone] voice and [phone] TDD. As a federal contractor, we are committed to attracting a diverse applicant pool. Please consider completing the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form (your response will not be shared with the search committee) at: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/sec503/Self_ID_Forms/VoluntarySelf-ID_CC-305_ENG_JRF_QA_508c.pdf.

  CSU Stanislaus hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

  The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

The individuals who appear to be the best qualified for this position will be contacted by telephone or email for an interview.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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Advertised: Sep 30 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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