Student Assistant - First-Generation Success Navigators

University Of Florida; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Student Assistant to support First-Generation Success Navigators on Main Campus in Gainesville. You will assist with outreach, workshops, and daily office tasks while representing the Center at events.

Ideal candidates are UF students who are organized, possess strong communication skills, and are committed to helping peers succeed. 10–12 hours/week, Mon–Fri, 8:00am–5:00pm, with a focus on engagement and program support.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at UF as undergraduate, graduate or professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for students, family and community members.
• Assist with student outreach, resource referrals, and front-line support.
• Support daily office operations, student communications, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintain resource materials and assist with data entry and tracking.
• Assist with planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of workshops, signature programs and outreach.
• Represent the Center at resource fairs and outreach events.
• Assist with event logistics, room setup, attendance tracking, and participant engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

UF student status

GPA 2.75

Job description

Student Assistant - First-Generation Success Navigators

Job no: 541047

Work type: Student Ast

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Recreation/Event Services, Student Services

Department: 04040300 - SL-FIRST GEN SUCCESS CENTER

Classification Title:

STU AST NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

• Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Student Engagement & General Office Support

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, family and community members.
• Assist with student outreach, resource referrals, and front-line support.
• Support daily office operations, student communications, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintain resource materials and assist with data entry and tracking.
• Assist with planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of workshops, signature programs and outreach.
• Represent the Center at resource fairs and outreach events.
• Assist with event logistics, room setup, attendance tracking, and participant engagement.

Peer Leadership & Student Success Initiatives

• Serve as a peer role model for first-generation students.
• Support mentoring initiatives, leadership programs, and student success campaigns.
• Share student perspectives and identify emerging student needs.
• Peer to Peer Success Coaching.

Marketing, Social Media Content & Special Projects

• Assist with social media, promotional campaigns, newsletters, and storytelling efforts.
• Create content highlighting student experiences and opportunities.
• Support special projects that advance Center priorities.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Assist professional staff with additional initiatives and departmental priorities.

$15.00/hr

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Preferred

• Completed at least one academic year.
• Fall & Spring, Spring to Fall consecutive semesters of employment. Availability for Summer is not required.
• Federal Work Study students are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience in leadership, peer mentoring, orientation, student employment, or campus involvement.
• Familiarity with UF resources and student support services.
• Ability to support peers with empathy, professionalism and clarity.
• Experience with public speaking, customer service, event planning, or outreach.
• Techy savvy and knowledge of social media platforms.

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 20 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Categories

• Communications/Public Relations/Marketing 1

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.