Student Life Admin & Events Assistant (Clerical)

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University seeks a Clerical Student Employee to support the Division of Student Life on campus in Chicago. You will assist at the front desk, answer phones, share information about programs, and perform clerical tasks to help the office run smoothly.

This role provides hands‑on experience in office operations, event support, and customer service within a higher education setting, while you develop professional skills for your future career.

Qualifications

• Must be a student at Saint Xavier University
• Must be Federal Work Study Eligible
• Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Good organizational skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Responsibilities

• Greet students, families, faculty, staff, and campus visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Answer phones and direct calls to appropriate staff members.
• Provide information regarding Student Life programs, services, and events.
• Perform clerical duties including copying, filing, scanning, organizing, and preparing documents.
• Assist with special projects and assignments within the Division of Student Life.
• Utilize department software such as eRezLife, Canva, and The Den to support office operations.
• Run errands and deliver materials throughout campus while representing the office professionally.
• Support and assist with Student Life sponsored events.
• Follow departmental procedures when processing petty cash requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Saint Xavier University seeks a Clerical Student Employee to support the Division of Student Life on campus in Chicago. You will assist at the front desk, answer phones, share information about programs, and perform clerical tasks to help the office run smoothly.

This role provides hands‑on experience in office operations, event support, and customer service within a higher education setting, while you develop professional skills for your future career.