Work Study - Honors Program Assistant

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

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College in Boone, IA is seeking a part-time Work Study - Honors Program Assistant to support the Honors Program operations around class schedules. The student will perform general office tasks, assist with inquiries, and help maintain records and promotional materials.

This role offers flexible hours, on-the-job training, and exposure to a college office environment while contributing to student success within the Honors Program.

Qualifications

• Current membership or active interest in joining the DMACC Honors Program.
• Basic computer literacy and strong attention to detail.
• Friendly, proactive attitude with an interest in networking and peer engagement.
• No prior office experience required; full on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Honors Program to peers and assist with general office inquiries.
• Provide general office support specifically for the Honors Program, including photocopying, filing, and basic computer data entry.
• Sort, organize, and maintain digital and physical program records and promotional materials.

Skills

Honors program interest

Basic computer literacy

Attention to detail

Networking

Peer engagement

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Work Study - Honors Program Assistant

Campus

Campus Boone Campus, IA

Job Number

Job Number 27-W31

Employment Date

Employment Date As soon as possible.

Job Category

Job Category Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call

Nancy Woods at [e-mail] or [phone].

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

Represent the Honors Program to peers and assist with general office inquiries.

Provide general office support specifically for the Honors Program, including photocopying, filing, and basic computer data entry.

Sort, organize, and maintain digital and physical program records and promotional materials.

Required Qualifications

• Current membership or active interest in joining the DMACC Honors Program.
• Basic computer literacy and strong attention to detail.
• Friendly, proactive attitude with an interest in networking and peer engagement.
• No prior office experience required; full on-the-job training provided.

Work Schedule

20 hours per week, per student schedule.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/18/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at [phone] or by email [e-mail] .

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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 .

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