Student Asst - FWS

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of South Florida in Tampa is seeking a detail-oriented student to provide administrative support to the Department of Child & Family Studies. You will help coordinate meetings, manage records, and assist with day-to-day operations under the Assistant Chair for Operations.

The role is on campus, part-time, offering 15–20 hours per week and an hourly wage of $14.00–$15.00. A Federal Work Study award for 2026–2027 is required, and you must be available during standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2026–2027 Federal Work Study award and be available to work on campus.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to suggest improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Chair for Operations.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and departmental communications.
• Organize and maintain shared departmental files and records.
• Review and remove outdated, duplicate, or inaccurate documents.
• Recommend and implement improvements to file organization and office processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description

Child & Family Studies (CFS) is one of seven departments within the College of Behavioral & Community Sciences (CBCS). Organized into three research divisions and five academic programs that work synergistically, CFS currently has approximately 275 faculty and staff members.

Hourly Wage

Hourly Wage – $14.00 - $15.00

Position Summary

This position will report directly to Kimberly Read, Assistant Chair for Operations, and provide administrative support for a variety of departmental operations and initiatives. Responsibilities include coordinating projects, scheduling meetings, managing communications, maintaining records, and supporting day-to-day administrative activities. The individual in this role will also play an important role in organizing and maintaining the department's shared files and resources. This includes reviewing file systems for accuracy and consistency, reorganizing electronic records, identifying outdated or redundant materials, and helping establish efficient file management practices. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable offering suggestions to improve organizational processes and departmental efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Chair for Operations.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and departmental communications.
• Organize and maintain shared departmental files and records.
• Review and remove outdated, duplicate, or inaccurate documents.
• Recommend and implement improvements to file organization and office processes.

Hours of Work

15-20 hours per week

Schedule

Schedule – Employee will coordinate with supervisor for schedule but should be available 15 to 20 hours a week, within the hours of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Minimum Qualifications

Student must have a 2026 – 2027 Federal Work Study awarded and be available to work on campus.

Preferred Qualifications

Highly organized, strong attention to detail, experience identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback

Learning Objectives

• Solicit and receive constructive feedback from supervisor concerning work products and effectively apply feedback on the job
• Work independently with little supervisory oversight
• Communicate transferable and functional skills to prospective employers
• Demonstrate basic employability skills such as timeliness to work, appropriate dress, interpersonal communication, and time management

Contact Information

Kimberly Read at [e-mail]

Licenses/Certifications

None

Physical Demands

Long period of sitting and screen time

Supervisor / Reports To

Kimberly Read

Location

MHC 2300

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF’s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first‑class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top‑ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota‑Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S.. With an all‑time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.