Student Ambassador

Mercer University; Illinois; On-site; USD 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University Douglas County Regional Academic Center (RAC) is seeking student workers for a part‑time, work‑study eligible position as a Student Ambassador. The role involves staffing the front desk, answering calls, greeting visitors and assisting with campus events.

Eligible students must be enrolled and eligible for Federal Work Study. Work weeks may include mornings, middays and evenings, roughly 25 scheduled hours per week with a pay rate of $12.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at Mercer University and eligible for Federal Work Study.
• Fall and Spring only; Summer session not required for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Staff the front desk of the Mercer University Douglas County RAC.
• Answer phones and route calls.
• Greet and provide information to prospective students, students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Provide support by making copies, faxing, typing.
• Light labor and moderate walking to rearrange classrooms for events.
• Follow shift checklist for Morning, Midday and Evening shifts.
• Participate in campus events such as registrations, orientations and open houses.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Professional phone skills

Courteous demeanor

Good academic standing

Education

Currently enrolled at Mercer University

Job description

Student Ambassador

Mercer University Douglas County Regional Academic Center (RAC) is looking for student‑work‑study‑eligible students to fill the prestigious role of PART‑TIME STUDENT AMBASSADOR.

Position Details

• 5-25 hours per week (PART‑TIME)
• Pay rate: $12.00/hr
• Scheduled Hours: 25
• Start Date: 09/3/2025
• End Date: 05/2/2026

Job Family and Supervisor

• Job Family: Student Work Study
• Department: Regional Centers Operations
• Supervisor: Louis Robinson

Job Description

• Staff the front desk of the Mercer University Douglas County RAC.
• Answer phones and route calls.
• Greet and provide accurate information to prospective students, students, faculty, staff and/or visitors.
• Provide support by making copies, faxing, typing directional signs, coffee etc.
• Light labor required and moderate walking required (e.g. moving chairs and/or tables to rearrange classrooms for various functions).
• Shift Checklist is to be reviewed prior to start of each shift - Morning, Midday, and Evening and completed at end of shift.
• Shift Checklist is to be turned in to Center Coordinator.
• Perform miscellaneous duties relating to various campus events (e.g. registration, orientation, open house, etc.)
• A more detailed job description can be provided at time of inquiry.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled at Mercer University and eligible for the Federal Work Study Program (eligibility is determined by the RAC Financial Aid Office).
• Fall and Spring ONLY.
• Summer Session - Students need not be eligible for Federal Work Study Experience working in an office setting, Canvas, Mymercer, and MercerLive (Required).
• Ability to multi-task.
• Courteous and Professional demeanor.
• Professional phone skills.
• In good academic standing.

Mercer Student Employment – About Us Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.