Operations Student Leads – (Service Desk and Maintenance) Internal Hire

Luthersem; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 18,150 - 25,850; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Minnesota is seeking an Operations Student Lead to oversee the Service Desk and Maintenance teams. The role involves training and managing student workers, ensuring a clean and secure environment, and responding to operational needs. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills, a commitment to the institution's mission, and a flexible work schedule. Pay is $15.97 per hour, with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Professional demeanor with individuals seeking help.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be on campus during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Service Desk team scheduling and training.
• Communicate scheduling needs among student workers.
• Support maintenance of a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Self-starter and motivated

Effective troubleshooting skills

Education

Commitment to Luther Seminary’s Mission and Vision

Job description

Operations Student Leads – (Service Desk and Maintenance) Internal Hire

About Luther Seminary

Luther Seminary educates leaders for Christian communities called and sent by the Holy Spirit to witness to salvation through Jesus Christ and to serve in God’s world. Our values are Gospel-centered, Student-focused, Innovative, Academically Rigorous, Inclusive, and Community Oriented.

Luther is the largest seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We also educate students of 41 other denominations and traditions. Luther is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Theological Schools.

Position Title

Operations Student Leads – (Service Desk and Maintenance)

Team

Finance & Administration

Date

08/25/2025

Exempt

X

Reports To

Director of Operations

Grade

Purpose

Operations Student Leads provide leadership, training, communication, and support while acting as the main liaison for work assignments and communications between Operations leadership and student workers. Support is divided between two distinct yet mission‑critical areas. The Service Desk and Maintenance teams.

Key Result Areas

Service Desk: Team

The Service Desk serves as the central point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are on campus. It is the public face of Luther Seminary. This position leads the Service Desk team, providing scheduling, training, and daily staff triage for student workers and themselves. The majority of work in this position will be performed on regularly scheduled shifts in addition to meetings, event support requirements, and an occasional need to fill in for workers who are unable to work their shift. This position will receive an additional $ 2.50 per hour. Specific duties will vary based on the assigned shift and the campus schedule, but primary responsibilities are as follows.

• Use scheduling software to set up a monthly schedule for student workers for both Operations teams.
• Learn the building hours and schedule priorities.
• Work with leadership to schedule workers for events outside of normal hours.
• Communicate with other Service Desk workers about scheduling needs, timelines, and expectations; managing weekly hour maximums.
• Serve as a first point of contact for students who are unable to fulfill their shifts.
• Update Operations documents and SOPs as needed.
• Provide training to service desk student workers on our processes, policies, and procedures.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Maintenance Team

The Maintenance Team is the focal point for providing and maintaining a clean, healthy, safe, and attractive work environment for all of Luther Seminary’s guests, Students, Staff, and Faculty. The Maintenance team provides the following services in support of Luther Seminary's mission.

• Routine
• Project
• Event support
• Light maintenance
• Grounds keeping
• Landscape plantings and mowing
• Snow removal
• Grounds setup for events
• Mail and Consumable product deliveries
• RELATIONSHIPS

Operations team workers are accountable to the Director of Operations but may report to and take direction from other Operations department staff as designated by the Director.

Job Specification

• Commitment to Luther Seminary’s Mission and Vision
• Students must possess an ongoing commitment to advancing the Mission and Vision of Luther Seminary through the effective use and support of technology.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Maintain a professional demeanor with individuals seeking help and provide support in a clear, calm manner.
• Protect the privacy and security of confidential account information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter, motivated to proactively address issues, and willing to ask for help.
• Ability to describe problems as well as solutions on the phone.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be on campus during peak periods: September, January, May and June. Extended time away from campus should be discussed in advance with the on‑call team and Operations Coordinator.
• Desired Education and Experience:
• Experience working independently.
• An interest in learning about technology and A/V equipment.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Students must commit to a regular work schedule for the semester; some evening and weekend work will be required. Trips and breaks must be coordinated with the on‑call team and the Operations Coordinator.
• The student must be punctual. Advance notice must be given for time off.
• This position requires the student to sign a special agreement regarding the administration of student passwords and confidential account information.
• DISCLAIMER:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this description at any time without notice.

The pay range for this role is:

15.97 - 15.97 USD per hour (Luther Seminary )