Psychology Student Assistant (FWS)

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus is seeking a Student Assistant under the Federal Work Study program in the Psychology/Child Development area. The role includes front desk support, data entry, and helping with department events, with duties ranging from greeting visitors to handling confidential files.

Position is part-time, on-site in Stanislaus - Turlock, starting Sept 1, 2026, and ending May 21, 2027, with possible reappointment based on budget and performance.

Qualifications

• Undergrad students must be enrolled in at least six Fall/Spring units.
• Must have received and accepted Financial Aid for the current semester/year.
• Demonstrates ability to follow instructions and multi-task.
• Demonstrates calm, professional response under pressure.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Basic computer skills; intermediate MS Office skills.
• Strong organization and planning abilities.
• Good customer service and phone skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist faculty, students, and guests.
• Answer front desk phone calls and route inquiries.
• Operate standard office equipment (copier, fax, scanner).
• Maintain department bulletin boards and filing.
• Process data entry and create new student files; update advising materials and appointment binder.
• Proctor make-up exams and handle confidential files/exams.
• Assist with event setup/cleanup (e.g., Undergraduate Research Symposium).
• Run department errands and distribute mail.
• Assist with tasks for Department Administrative Coordinators.

Education

Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units

Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year

Follow instructions and multi-task

Respond calmly and professionally to pressure

Dependable and punctual

Basic computer skills and intermediate skills with Microsoft Programs

Strong organization skills

Good customer service and phone skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Apply now Job no: 561033Department: College of ScienceWork type: Student Assistant - Federal Work StudyLocation: Stanislaus - TurlockCategories: Temporary, Part Time, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

• Temporary hourly-intermittent work study position available in Psychology.
• Start Date
• Position available on or after September 1, 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:
  • Assist with greeting and assisting faculty, students and community guests
  • Support front desk in answering phone calls for the Psychology & Child Development department. Answer basic questions and/or refer visitors or callers to appropriate person
  • Operate common office equipment (copy machine, fax, scanner, etc.)
  • Maintain department-wide bulletin boards
  • Alphabetize, file, purge, data entry and scan documents. Create new student files, update advising materials and appointment binder.
  • Proctor make-up exams and handling confidential files/exams
  • Assist with set up and clean-up of events hosted by the department (i.e. Undergraduate Research Symposium, CDEV Portfolio Presentations, Child Development Center Family Night. Etc.).
  • Run department errands to various other department offices throughout campus
  • Pickup and distribute mail to faculty and staff.
  • Assist Department Administrative Coordinators with various activities within the department as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Qualifications
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrates the ability to follow instructions and multi-task.
  • Demonstrates the ability to respond calmly and professionally to pressure.
  • Demonstrates ability to be dependable and punctual.
  • Demonstrates basic computer skills and intermediate skills with Microsoft Programs.
  • Demonstrates strong organization skills.
  • Demonstrates good customer service and phone skills.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
  • Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year in which you are applying.
• Salary Range
• $16.90 per hour.
• 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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Locations

Central California

Job Filters

Appointment Type

• Temporary 1

Bargaining Unit

• Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants 1

Time Basis

• Part Time 1

Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)

• On-site (work in-person at business location) 1

Advertised: August 20, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Open Until Filled