FSU Undergraduate Federal Work Study Student Employment

Fitchburg State University; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, MA is seeking a Game Design Lab Supervisor. This student-only role is funded by Federal Work Study and requires availability during 5:00pm–10:00pm shifts, with optional Saturday shifts later in the term.

Training is provided, and punctuality is essential to support Lab operations and campus safety. The position emphasizes student supervision, device management, and helping resolve technical issues in the Game Design Labs while maintaining a professional

Qualifications

• Job training for this position is provided and refreshed each semester.
• All applicants will receive full training and will be held responsible for procedures in training.
• Candidates should be punctual and able to cover shifts with notice if needed.

Responsibilities

• Controls in/out access to Game Design Labs by requiring sign in/out in Google.
• Checks out computing accessories from storage closets for faculty and supervisor.
• Helps students with technical problems with lab equipment.
• Performs rounds to verify equipment security and safe use by students.
• Contacts Campus Police for security issues.
• Prepares reports for faculty on technical problems and security issues.
• Cleans rooms and wipes surfaces, closes windows, and shuts off lights.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

Lab etiquette

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.

Job Description:

The Office of Communications Media is seeking a federal aid recipient for student employment as a Game Design Supervisor. This position will be funded by federal work study dollars; only students that receive financial aid awards can be considered.

Questions? Log into MyFalcon to check your FWS award, or contact Financial Aid (ext. 3156, [e-mail]).

Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities for the position

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Controls In/Out access to Game Design Labs by having students sign in and out in Google.
• Checks out any necessary computing accessories from the Game Design storage closets for faculty and Coe McIninch (Supervisor.)
• Helps students with technical problems with the lab equipment.
• Makes periodic rounds of the Game Design Labs to verify security of equipment and to ensure the safe and proper use of equipment by the students.
• Contacts Campus Police if problems arise with security.
• Prepares reports for faculty regarding any technical problems they are unable to resolve. Informs faculty of any security problems.
• Clean trash from all rooms, wipe down tabletops, close windows, shut off lights.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements:

Job training for this position is provided and is refreshed each semester. Previous experience is not required. Lab Monitors are critical line of support with the campus community and should therefore have a professional appearance, possess good interpersonal skills, have a basic working knowledge of equipment and software utilized in specific labs, be flexible and have a positive attitude. All applicants will receive full training and will be held personally responsible for all procedures covered in said training. Appropriate supervisors should be able to assess a situation and identify when problems are more serious and seek a direct supervisor or campus police help. They should have the judgment to shut systems down when necessary. They will be required to assist students throughout their shift. Punctuality is required. If unable to cover a shift, prior notice and/or arrangements must be made in advance.

Additional Information:

Shift Information:This is a student only posting and you must have Federal Work Study money allocated to you in your financial aid package. Shift will vary based on student schedules and the pay is $15 per hour.

Shifts hours will be 5:00pm-10:00pm. Later in the semester an optional Saturday shift will become available.

Priority Review:Students enrolled in Communications Media, DMI, and Game Design will have priority consideration for this job.

Length of Employment:September 2026 through May28, 2027

Supervisor: Coe McIninich For more information about this position: please contact: [e-mail]

Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.