Work Study - CSI Assistant

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny, IA offers a Work Study - CSI Assistant position designed to help students fund their education while supporting CSI faculty with lab setup, testing and inventory. The role is 12 hours per week with evening hours, funded through the Federal Work-Study program; eligibility requires a current FWS award.

Candidates should be proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint and able to multitask and keep accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi task.
• Accurate and thorough record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist CSI faculty with laboratory set up, take down, supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Runs pre laboratory testing.
• Monitors inventory.
• Assist with ordering supplies, budget, and fee calculations.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Multitasking

Record keeping

Job description

Job Title

Work Study - CSI Assistant

Job Number

27-W11

Employment Date

As soon as possible.

Job Category

Student Positions

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

Posting Date

07/07/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

07/06/2027

Work Schedule

12 hours per week, evening hours.

Important Eligibility Notice

This position is strictly funded through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package.

• International Students: Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

• Assist CSI faculty with laboratory set up, take down, supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
• Runs pre laboratory testing.
• Monitors inventory.
• Assist with ordering supplies, budget, and fee calculations.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi task.
• Accurate and thorough record keeping.

Desired Qualifications

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Equal Employment Opportunity

DMACC is an affirmative action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email [e-mail].

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html . ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail]. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail] .

Application Requirements

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.