Support Staff for Student Success Team

Chapman University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Chapman University’s Schmid College seeks a proactive Administrative Assistant to support its Student Success team. The role focuses on data analysis, visualization, and creating professional visuals for communications.

The position is year-round, on Orange Campus, with up to 10 hours per week and a start date of 08/27/2026. Ideal candidates are Chapman undergraduates who can handle Excel/Sheets, Canva, and survey tools, and who communicate well in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current Chapman University undergraduate students.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel (or Google Sheets).
• Familiarity with Qualtrics or willingness to learn quickly.
• Proficient with Canva for visual design, or aptitude to master it.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor.
• Collaborative team player eager to learn and accept feedback.
• Prior office or customer service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with survey administration and data organization using Qualtrics and spreadsheets.
• Supports basic data analysis and visualization in Tableau or Power BI.
• Creates engaging event flyers and digital graphics with Canva.
• Updates lists, organizes files, and prepares for meetings.
• Gains broad administrative experience in a supportive university setting.

Skills

Excel/Google Sheets

Canva

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data analysis basics

Education

Undergraduate student at Chapman University

Tools

Qualtrics

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Support Staff for Student Success Team

• Job Number: SE227724
• Department: Schmid College
• Position Headcount: 1
• Academic Year: Academic Year 2026-2027
• Term: All Academic Year
• Undergraduate Student Position
• Pay Range: $16.90 - $16.90
• Location: Orange Campus
• Supervisor: Kate Hill ([e-mail])
• Desired Start Date: 08/27/2026
• Projected End Date: 05/31/2027
• Average hours per week: Up to 10 Hrs

Position Summary

Chapman University’s Schmid College of Science and Technology is seeking a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide higher-level administrative and operational support to its Student Success team. This pivotal role is responsible for supporting data-driven decision-making through comprehensive data analysis, visualization, and organization, directly contributing to the college’s strategic goals. Additionally, the Coordinator will enhance the college’s outreach and communication efforts by developing professional visual materials, including event flyers and digital graphics. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical and organizational skills with excellent communication abilities and a commitment to supporting academic excellence within a dynamic university environment. This is a year-round position and meets 4 hours per week.

Responsibilities

This role involves assisting with survey administration and data organization using Qualtrics and spreadsheets, with opportunities to learn and support basic data analysis and visualization in platforms like Tableau or Power BI. The student will also create engaging event flyers and digital graphics using Canva to support college communications. Additional duties include updating lists, organizing files, and preparing for meetings, providing broad administrative experience. This position is designed for a student eager to develop practical skills in a supportive academic environment.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must be current Chapman University undergraduate students, demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Excel (or Google Sheets) and either familiarity with Qualtrics or a strong willingness to learn the platform quickly. Candidates should also be proficient with Canva for visual design or possess a strong aptitude to master it, coupled with excellent communication skills and a professional, receptive demeanor. We seek a collaborative team player who is eager to learn, responsive to feedback, and holds a keen interest in developing skills in data analysis and visualization. Prior office or customer service experience is a plus, though not required.

Desired Qualifications

N/A

Budget Information

Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS