Program Assistant (Friendly Center)

Chapman University; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University in Orange, CA seeks a Federal Work-Study Program Assistant to support Friendly Center programs. The role includes setting up spaces, assisting with activities, and greeting clients.

Work hours are Tue/Wed 9:00–13:00 or 14:00–17:30, Thu 9:00–13:00, totaling at least 8 hours weekly, with potential additional hours during holiday events.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study through their college or university.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Friendly and comfortable interacting with clients, staff, and community partners.
• Flexible and willing to assist with different programs and activities.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual skills are not required but would be helpful.
• Previous nonprofit or program experience is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and preparing spaces for programs and events.
• Help Friendly Center staff and community partners with program activities.
• Assist with our food distribution and help keep the area organized.
• Support computer classes and other educational programs as needed.
• Assist with our after‑school program and help maintain a welcoming and organized environment.
• Help with holiday events, including Thanksgiving and Christmas activities.
• Greet and assist clients participating in Friendly Center programs.
• Help with cleanup and breakdown following programs and events.
• Provide friendly and respectful customer service to clients, partners, volunteers, and staff.
• Assist with other program‑related tasks as needed.

Skills

Federal Work-Study eligibility

Reliability

Punctuality

Friendly client interaction

Teamwork

Independent work

Bilingual a plus

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Must have FWS and will need to complete a Live Scan.

Student Title Classification Information

Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?

Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Grad and Undergrad

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Here’s your chance to work alongside one of our inspiring non‑profit community partners, Friendly Center! Positioned conveniently within walking distance from the main campus, Friendly Center is all about making a real difference in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to engage in hands‑on experience while actively supporting their mission to provide stability, opportunity, and hope to children and families in poverty in Orange County. Dive into their impactful work at https://friendlycenter.org and join us in making a meaningful impact!

Friendly Center is looking for a dependable and flexible Federal Work‑Study student to serve as a Program Assistant at our Rose Building. The Program Assistant will help set up and support programs offered by Friendly Center and our community partners.

This position will provide an opportunity to work with a variety of programs and activities throughout the year. Depending on the day, the Program Assistant may assist with our food distribution, computer classes, after‑school programs, holiday events, or other programs offered to our clients.

• Assist with setting up and preparing spaces for programs and events.
• Help Friendly Center staff and community partners with program activities.
• Assist with our food distribution and help keep the area organized.
• Support computer classes and other educational programs as needed.
• Assist with our after‑school program and help maintain a welcoming and organized environment.
• Help with holiday events, including Thanksgiving and Christmas activities.
• Greet and assist clients participating in Friendly Center programs.
• Help with cleanup and breakdown following programs and events.
• Provide friendly and respectful customer service to clients, partners, volunteers, and staff.
• Assist with other program‑related tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Federal Work‑Study through their college or university.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Friendly and comfortable interacting with clients, staff, and community partners.
• Flexible and willing to assist with different programs and activities.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bilingual skills are not required but would be helpful.
• Previous nonprofit or program experience is helpful but not required

Schedule Requirements

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM or 2:00 PM–5:30 PM; Thursdays, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Students should be available to work at least 8 hours per week. Additional hours may be available during Friendly Center’s holiday events, including our Thanksgiving and Christmas programs at the end of the year.

Desired Qualifications

• Conversational Spanish a plus.
• General Education background a plus.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Budget Information

Is Federal work‑study required? Yes

Pre‑screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have another job on campus?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What position are you interested in? Why?
  • (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have Federal Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

MAIN CAMPUS
One University Drive
Orange, CA 92866
[phone]
RINKER HEALTH SCIENCE CAMPUS
9401 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, CA 92618
© 2019 CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.