Student Assistant

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University on Richmond Campus is seeking a Student Assistant to staff the College Advising Office front desk, scheduling appointments and directing visitors. The role also covers basic office tasks, filing, copying, and organization to support student services.

The position involves assisting with college events, data entry, social media, and recruitment efforts. It requires good communication, reliability, and the ability to lift materials, with occasional evenings or weekends

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled EKU student in good academic standing.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Genuine interest in helping fellow students and prospective students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow FERPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Staff front desk and schedule appointments for advisors.
• Assist with college events, setup/cleanup, and data entry.
• Support recruitment efforts, including tours and emails.
• Handle basic office duties and direct visitors as needed.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Interpersonal

Organization

Reliability

Self-starter

Independent work

Public interaction

Data entry

Event support

Job description

Title: Student Assistant

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Hours Per Week: Up to 20

Posted Salary Grade: $9.00 per hour

Contact Person: Patti Matthews

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Student Assistant needed for the College of Justice, Safety & Military Science. Student Assistant will staff the College Advising Office front desk, where they will schedule appointments for academic advisors, assist with basic advising questions, and direct visitors throughout the building. Student Assistant will also assist with standard office duties related to filing, copies, and organization.
Student Assistant will also assist with college-sponsored events, including event setup and cleanup, moving tables, chairs, etc.; data entry; research; social media; and other duties as assigned. Student Assistant will assist with direct recruitment initiatives, including but not limited to building tours, emails to prospective students, direct mail efforts, etc.
The ability to work independently and deal with the public is inherent to the position. An outgoing personality with strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required. Student Assistant must be able to lift/move boxes and other materials and may also be required to work occasional evenings or weekends (with prior notice) in support of college-related events. College of Justice, Safety & Military Science major is strongly preferred.
Position is funded by Federal Work Study Funds. Institutional Funding is not available for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled EKU student in good academic standing.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and ability to work independently.
• Genuine interest in helping fellow students and prospective students.
• Willingness to learn and accurately communicate information about the assigned academic college and EKU resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow FERPA requirements.
• Ability to attend required training and scheduled events.

Preferred Qualifications

Assisting with college-sponsored events, mailings, data entry, clerical duties, cleaning/organizing, and other duties as assigned. Student Assistant must have a working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and other common software programs and social media platforms. An outgoing personality, dependability, promptness, confidentiality, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and being a self-starter are required. Students must also be able to lift/move boxes and have reliable transportation. Occasional events/weekends (with prior notice) may be required.

Job Duties

• 40% - Assisting with Advising Office - (Essential)
• 30% - Assisting with recruitment events/duties - (Essential)
• 20% - Assisting with office/clerical duties - (Essential)
• 10% - Other duties as assigned - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.