Student Worker - Learning Commons

Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral KY Community & Technical College's Learning Commons on the Main Campus in Bowling Green is seeking a Student Worker to handle clerical and customer service tasks. You will assist with desk coverage, book checkout, tutoring referrals, and collection management on site.

The position runs August 2026–May 2027, up to 20 hours weekly. Applicants must submit FAFSA, be credential-seeking, maintain a 2.0+ GPA, and meet work-study eligibility; background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Submit a completed FAFSA for SKYCTC work-study eligibility.
• U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen status required.
• Be credential-seeking in a SKYCTC program of study.
• Maintain a 2.0+ GPA and Satisfactory Academic Progress.
• Enrolled in 6+ program-credit hours.
• Consent to background checks as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Clerical and receptionist duties with customer service.
• Assist in maintaining the Learning Commons space.
• Refer patrons to tutors and librarians as needed.
• Assist with basic library tasks: check in/out, shelving, inventory.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

FAFSA submitted

Citizen or eligible non-citizen

Credential-seeking in SKYCTC program

GPA 2.0 or higher

Enrollment in 6+ credit hours

Work-study eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Blackboard

Job description

Title: Student Worker - Learning Commons

Salary Range: $14.00 per hour

Contract Term Length: Not Applicable

Standard Hours: up to 20 per week

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Southcentral KY Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Southcentral Kentucky CTC - Main Campus

Department: Learning Commons

Job Summary

Provide general clerical and customer service duties in support of SKYCTC’s Learning Commons. This position is on the Main Campus, located at 1845 Loop Drive, Bowling Green, KY 42101.

The job pays $14.00 an hour with a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Anticipated employment is August 2026 - May 2027, subject to employment expectations, such as dependability, punctuality, and confidentiality.

Job Duties

• Clerical and receptionist duties with customer service role answering questions in person and on the phone
• Assist with maintaining the Learning Commons space, including desk coverage, stocking office supplies, and periodic cleaning of work stations
• Referring to tutors and librarians as needed
• Assist with basic library collection management, including checking books in and out, shelving books, inventory assistance, and recording statistics
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Submits a completed, current year FAFSA to SKYCTC
• Is a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen
• Is credential-seeking in a SKYCTC program of study
• Maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and makes Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Maintains enrollment in 6 or more program-applicable credit hours
• Has “unmet need” in the financial aid budget to allow for a federal work-study award
• Consents to state and national pre-employment background checks, per Kentucky State Law

Preferred Qualifications

• Has completed 1 semester at SKYCTC
• Has completed CIT 105, or possessed equivalent technology skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Blackboard, other office technologies)

Additional Skills Requested

• Ability to work with the public in a professional manner
• Dependable, punctual, and courteous
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.