Work Study - DMACC VanKirk Career Academy Ambassador

Des Moines Area Community College; Perry, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

DMACC VanKirk Career Academy Perry Campus is seeking a part-time work-study student to staff the front desk, greet visitors, and provide excellent service while supporting campus events and community programs.

The role offers flexible hours (10 hrs/week) around class schedules, with some evenings for events and front desk coverage. This position helps students finance their education and contributes to campus operations.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and trustworthy.
• Currently enrolled at DMACC maintaining at least half-time enrollment.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with staff and students.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings for events, front desk, and special programs.
• Positive attitude, initiative and a commitment to representing DMACC VanKirk Career Academy in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Staff the front desk by greeting visitors and providing excellent customer service.
• Answer and route incoming calls professionally and take accurate messages.
• Assist students, faculty, staff, and community members with general inquiries and connect them with appropriate resources.
• Represent DMACC VanKirk Career Academy at community events, career fairs, school visits, open houses, and other promotional activities.
• Assist with event planning, setup, registration, and logistics for student and community programs.
• Complete special projects assigned by Career Academy staff, including data entry, filing, preparing materials, assembling packets, organizing supplies, and other administrative support.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and a positive attitude while representing DMACC.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and daily operations of the Career Academy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability

Professionalism

Education

Currently enrolled as DMACC student (half-time)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information,educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions).Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted。
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required).Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred.Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcriptswill be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employersponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonableaccommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at(515) 964-6479 or by [e-mail] 。

*The application form will be used to screen applicants for requiredqualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please includeall relevant work experience。

Position Information

Job Title

Campus

Campus Perry VanKirk Career Academy, IA

Job Number

Job Number 27-W38

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible。

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

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

Staff the front desk by greeting visitors, answering questions, directing guests, and providing exceptional customer service。

Answer and route incoming phone calls in a professional and courteous manner while taking accurate messages as needed。

Assist students, faculty, staff, and community members with general inquiries and connect them with appropriate resources。

Support recruitment and outreach efforts by representing DMACC VanKirk Career Academy at community events, career fairs, school visits, open houses, and other promotional activities。

Assist with event planning, setup, registration, and logistics for student and community programs。

Complete special projects assigned by Career Academy staff, including data entry, filing, preparing materials, assembling packets, organizing supplies, and other administrative support。

Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area and common spaces。

Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and a positive attitude while representing DMACC 。

Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and daily operations of the Career Academy。

Required Qualifications

Must be reliable and trustworthy。

Desired Qualifications

Currently enrolled at DMACC maintaining at least half-time enrollment.
Possess good customer service and communication skills, demonstrate reliability and professionalism, and be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with staff and students.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings for events, front desk, and special programs.
Positive attitude, initiative, and a commitment to representing DMACC VanKirk Career Academy in a professional manner.

Work Schedule

10 hours per week, flexible with student schedule. Some evening hours required。

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/11/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please provide your student schedule.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)