Student Office Assistant

Ohio Ag

Chillicothe, Northern (OH, KY)

On-site

USD 13,000 - 18,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Ohio University is seeking a Student Office Assistant to support the Chillicothe Campus. The role involves front-desk duties, greeting visitors, answering inquiries, and assisting with routine office tasks while learning campus processes.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, basic computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures and confidentiality policies. This is a part-time, on-site position with flexible mornings/evenings.

Qualifications

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University or other post-secondary institution in current or upcoming semester.
Ability to follow instructions and deadlines.
Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools.
Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Responsibilities

Learn campus details and assist all campus community members.
Greet and direct visitors to campus units.
Answer and direct phone calls; resolve issues when possible.
Process packages accurately.
Communicate with individuals via speech, email, and text.
Assist with campus activities and events as needed.
Monitor Shoemaker Center; ensure guests are checked in.
Give campus tours and other Admissions activities.
Perform admin tasks: scanning, filing, organizing, data processing.
Support campus projects as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Following procedures

Confidentiality

Education

Enrolled student

Tools

Office software

Job description

Student Office Assistant

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note this position will work on the Chillicothe Campus. Please complete the online application and attach a resume, current semester class schedule and a cover letter indicating your interest.

We are seeking candidates who have good interpersonal communication skills, the ability to work productively without close supervision, basic computer literacy, attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures and confidentiality policies. Successful candidates must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Training will be provided for applicants who are hired.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Posting Number 20161760STD

Learning and understanding campus details including units, employees, and processes in order to assist all members of the campus community.
Greeting and directing campus visitors to the appropriate campus units.
Answering and directing phone calls and resolving issues when possible.
Processing packages accurately.
Communicating with a variety of individuals and groups via speech, email, and text.
Assisting with campus activities and events as needed.
Monitoring the Shoemaker Center, assuring that all guests are properly checked-in.
Giving campus tours and other Admissions related activities.
Performing administrative tasks such as scanning, filing, organizing, and data processing.
Supporting campus projects as needed.
Other duties as assigned

Job Profile Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Provides administrative support in an office setting, including tasks such as answering phones and emails, responding to customer inquiries, writing communications, and supporting staff with day-to-day operations.

Level Summary: Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.

Fiscal Responsibilities: No budgetary responsibility.

Problem Solving: Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.

Independence of Action: Works under close supervision.

Communication and Collaboration: Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Working Condition/Physical Demands: This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Department

CHILI Student Services-Advising

Pay Rate $11.00 PER HR

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Posting Open Date

08/10/2026

Posting End Date

11/30/2026

Job Category

Student Hourly Planning Unit Regional Higher Education

Work Schedule

Work hours are flexible but must be willing to work morning and evening hours as needed.

Campus

Chillicothe

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position

Ashlee Tatman, tatman@ohio.edu, 740-774-7229

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Employment Type

Part-Time

Job Level STUDENT

Job Family Student Hourly Employee

Job Sub Family Student Office Assistant

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