NIAR CAD/CAM HAMR Operations Student Assistant

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Wichita State University’s NIAR HAMR hub is seeking a student assistant to support facility operations on the main campus in Wichita, KS. This on-site, part-time role focuses on delivering reliable day-to-day support to building occupants and staff, with duties spanning coordination, inventory, events, and visitor services.

The position requires strong communication, organization, and customer service, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organization and reliability.
• Experience with event setup or facilities support preferred.
• Comfort with basic inventory tracking and Excel/SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Support daily facility operations, including opening/closing procedures and readiness of common areas.
• Check, stock, and track amenities; monitor inventory and coordinate reorders.
• Assist with scheduling and preparing for events and tours, including room reservations and AV checks.
• Assist visitors and tour groups, manage check-ins and provide wayfinding.
• Track packages/mail and notify occupants; maintain logs and internal deliveries.
• Maintain calendars and documentation, including event schedules and SOPs.
• Support special events with onsite logistics and customer service.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Organization

Reliability

Event setup

A/V basics

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Department

NIAR CAD/CAM

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 - 18 per hour

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and in person.
Flexible with class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

NIAR’s Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research (HAMR) is seeking a student with strong communication, organization, and customer service skills to support facility operations.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

This role focuses on ensuring a smooth day-to-day experience for building occupants and visitors by checking and stocking amenities (e.g., coffee and soda supplies), assisting with events and tour scheduling and preparation, and supporting package/mail tracking and occupant notifications. Depending on building needs, the student may assist other staff, help coordinate activities for visitors and partners, and provide support throughout the HAMR facility. The position may also assist with general coordination tasks across HAMR and provide support for special events as needed. This position is ideal for students interested in gaining hands-on operations and customer service experience in a dynamic research environment.

• Support daily facility operations, including opening/closing procedures, cleanliness checks, and readiness of common areas.
• Check, stock, and track amenities (coffee, soda, snacks, paper goods), monitor inventory levels, and coordinate reorders with staff.
• Assist with scheduling and preparing for events and tours, including room reservations, A/V checks, signage, seating layouts, and setup/teardown.
• Assist visitors and tour groups, manage check-ins, and provide wayfinding support.
• Track incoming packages/mail and promptly notify building occupants; maintain logs and coordinate internal deliveries as directed.
• Maintain shared calendars and documentation, including event schedules, inventory records, and standard operating procedures.
• Support special events at HAMR with onsite logistics and customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and reliability.
• Experience with event setup or facilities support (preferred but not required).
• Comfort with inventory management and basic tracking tools (e.g., Excel, SharePoint).
• Basic knowledge of A/V equipment setup.
• Ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and meet deadlines.

Additional Information

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment.
Students must have their own transportation, as some local travel between facilities may be required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.