Temporary Digital Assistant

Florida International University; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami is seeking a Temporary Digital assistant to join the Counseling Rec and School of Psychology team. Responsibilities include monitoring engagement, outreach, and coordinating online support for students.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, data accuracy, and the ability to work remotely. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Work schedule is Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for online support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online platforms for recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student engagement and progress.
• Outreach to students who may be disengaging and provide support.
• Facilitate virtual support hours and respond to routine course questions.
• Refer students to appropriate faculty or university resources.
• Maintain confidential, accurate records of outreach and activity.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management System

Videoconferencing platforms

Job description

About FIU Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Department of Counseling Rec and School of Psychology is currently seeking a Temporary Digital assistant to join their team of professionals.

Duties to include

• monitoring student engagement and progress,
• conducting timely outreach to students who may be disengaging,
• facilitating virtual support hours,
• responding to routine course-process questions,referring students to appropriate faculty or University resources,
• Maintain confidential, accurate records of assigned sections, student outreach, support activities, referrals, and engagement trends.,
• Prepare non-evaluative summaries of recurring student needs and course barriers to inform improvements in online-course communication, design, pacing, and support.,
• Organize aggregate course-completion, retention, and progression information to help identify courses or learning activities where students may experience difficulties.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or a combination of relevant education and progressively responsible professional experience.

At least two years of experience in student services, academic support, case management, client services, program coordination, operations, healthcare coordination, human services, or a closely related setting.

Demonstrated experience monitoring progress or performance indicators, maintaining confidential records, communicating with individuals who need timely support, and coordinating referrals or follow-up.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and empathetically in an online environment.

Demonstrated ability to organize work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, maintain accurate documentation, and follow established procedures.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, videoconferencing platforms, learning-management systems or comparable online platforms, and electronic recordkeeping systems.

Ability to work remotely and maintain the confidentiality of student information in accordance with University requirements.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

1 Year

20 Hours

Advertised Salary

$23 per hour

Disclosures

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

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