Work Study Clerical Student Employee - Front Desk (Admissions)

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Work Study Clerical Student Employee for the Admissions front desk. The role supports the Admissions and Recruitment team, greets visitors, assists students on Student Street, and helps with campus tours and photo IDs.

You will answer phones, handle data entry, and provide confidential information with professionalism. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• General administrative duties in a university setting.
• Strong written and spoken English with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data entry.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to assist students through individualized academic help.

Responsibilities

• Provide front desk support in Admissions; greet visitors and guide inquiries.
• Assist students on Student Street, conduct campus tours, and issue photo IDs.
• Answer phones, route questions, and maintain filing and copying tasks.
• Support staff with events and campus information with good judgment.

Skills

Admin skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office skills

Data entry

Answer phones

Filing / Copying

Run | errands

Confidentiality

Judgement

Oral / written comms

Grammar

Academic assistance

Explain concepts

Job description

Work Study Clerical Student Employee - Front Desk (Admissions)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD!
During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Position Title

Position Title Work Study Clerical Student Employee - Front Desk (Admissions)

Posting Number

Posting Number SE0063

Student Employment Type of Position

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

Actual Salary $15.00

Semester

Semester Spring , Summer, Fall

Department

Department Admissions and Recruitment

Supervisor Dave Marcial

Direct Supervisor Phone [phone]

Work Location

Work Location Main Campus

Duties/Skills General Administrative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Skills, Data Entry, Answer Phones, Filing/Copying, Run Errands, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills, Excellent grammar skills, Ability to support students through individualized academic assistance, Ability to simplify and clearly explain complex concepts

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to:

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.)
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.

Days Needed

Times Needed

Monday-Tuesday 9am-6pm
Wednesday-Friday 9am-5pm
Occasional Saturdays for college events

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements Assist students on Student Street, create photo IDs, conduct campus tours, greet students and visitors, and serve as a resource for general college information.
This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Posting Date

Posting Date 01/26/2026

Closing Date

Special Instructions to Applicants STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD !
During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at Moraine Valley Community College for the fall and/or spring semester?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you currently have an open Code of Conduct case at Moraine Valley Community College?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you have attended Moraine Valley for one semester or more, do you have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher?
  • Yes
  • No
• Which semester are you applying for?
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
• Do you have work study through financial aid? (Only those students who have been awarded work-study are eligible for work-study student employment positions.)
  • Yes
  • No
• If you have been awarded work-study through financial aid, what is your award amount?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have a family member that is employed by Moraine Valley Community College?
  • Yes
  • No
• If you do have a family member employed by MVCC, please state their name and department.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Can you provide proof, if hired, that you are eligible to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you ever been employed at MVCC?
  • Yes
  • No
• If you have been previously hired by MVCC, please list date and position held

  (Open Ended Question)

• If you are applying for Summer, are you currently enrolled in 3 or more credit hours during the summer?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not applying for Summer Semester