Student Engagement Program Assistant - Federal Work-Study Position (Student Wage)

The University of Virginia's College at Wise; United States; On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's College at Wise is seeking a Student Engagement Program Assistant to assist in administrative duties and support programming aimed at enhancing student involvement. Responsibilities include facilitating training sessions and managing administrative tasks for the Student Engagement Office.

Qualified candidates must be current undergraduate students eligible for federal work-study. This role offers an hourly rate of $13.00 with flexible working hours, including mornings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform moderately heavy duties (lifting/set up equipment up to 30lbs).
• Ability to attend mandatory trainings and meetings outside normal work schedule.
• Willingness to work mornings, nights, and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Familiarize with the Student Engagement platform Hoo’s Involved.
• Facilitate training sessions for CIOs and organizations.
• Assist with managing the Student Engagement email and administrative tasks.
• Support SE staff with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Time-management skills

Independent and initiative-taking

Communication skills

Dependable and punctual

Education

Current undergraduate UVA student

Eligibility for federal work-study

Job description

Position Overview

The Student Engagement Program Assistant position will assist in administrative and programming duties to support the Student Engagement Office, aiming to increase student involvement and enhance the collegiate experience through support of Student Engagement CIO initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Gain familiarity with the Student Engagement platform Hoo’s Involved and its features for student organizations.
• Facilitate training sessions for CIOs and other organizations, including the CIO Summit, CIO Renewal Training, Table Talk Tuesdays, and CIO Leadership Academy.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as managing the Student Engagement email, CIO renewal process, processing supplier numbers, bank fee waiver letters, Hoo’s Involved support and troubleshooting.
• Support SE staff with special projects and tasks as assigned.
• Attend weekly meetings with SE professional staff.
• Work a minimum of 5 office hours in the SE office per week.
• Attend all training and planning sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be eligible for a Federal Work Study award that can be applied to this role.
• Willing to work mornings, nights, and weekends shifts as required.
• Excellent customer service and time‑management skills.
• Ability to communicate and partner with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Capable of working independently and taking initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, responsible, organized, and able to multi‑task.
• Ability to act as a team member.
• Ability to attend mandatory trainings, staff meetings, and one‑on‑one meetings, including activities outside normal work schedule.
• Physically able to perform moderately heavy duties (lifting/set up equipment up to 30lbs.).
• Valid driver’s license.

Minimum Requirements

• Current undergraduate UVA student.
• Eligibility for federal work‑study.

Compensation and Assignment

• Hourly rate: $13.00.
• Location: Newcomb Hall – Programs and Councils space.
• Assignment Dates: August26,2025 – May8,2026.

Physical Demands

Moderately heavy physical duties (lifting and setting up equipment up to 30lbs.).

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.