Student Assistant

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Transportation Center (KUTC) is seeking a Student Hourly to support conference coordination, training programs, and LMS administration. This role offers hands-on experience in course materials preparation, event logistics, and credentialing tasks.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours, available 12–15 hours weekly, and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Remote work is not allowed; occasional on-campus tasks may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Available for 12–15 hours per week with a consistent schedule.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks independently and on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conference coordination and training program support.
• Update LMS course sessions and print/class materials.
• Process checks and reminders; manage newsletters and email communications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

The mission of the University of Kansas Transportation Center (KUTC) is to support Kansas public works and transit agencies by providing innovative, cost-effective, and valuable services through training, technical assistance, and research applied to local needs.

Job Description

50%

• Assist with conference coordination duties.
• Provide administrative support for training programs.
• Assist in monitoring event registrations.
• Print and organize documents for events.
• Prepare course materials for trainings.

40%

• Regularly update course sessions in our learning management system.
• Create class packets for LTAP and RTAP classes, including class materials, name tags, and sign-in sheets.
• Work on the back end of LTAP and RTAP Classes in the LMS, including reporting, compiling evaluations, and sending certificates when necessary.
• Organize and maintain the Roads Scholar Program.
• Assist in writing newsletter articles and bi-weekly emails.

10%

• Process checks and enter them into the learning management system.
• Send Payment reminders.
• Resource collection upkeep/maintenance.

Required Qualifications

1. Experience with Microsoft Office.
2. Availability to work up to 12-15 hours a week and commit to a consistent schedule.
3. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
4. Ability to follow directions and complete tasks independently and on time.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

1. (1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
2. (2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete application consists of the online application. Only complete applications will be considered.

Contact Information to Applicants

Rebecca Bilderback
[e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

$17.00 Hourly

Anticipated Start Date

Monday September 21, 2026