Work Study SAS Office Assistant

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

Bridgewater State University seeks a Work Study SAS Office Assistant to promote accessibility and inclusivity. Responsibilities include staffing the front desk, assisting students, and contributing to visual campaigns. Ideal candidates will have energy, enthusiasm, and effective communication skills, especially with diverse communities. This role offers an hourly rate of $17. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check, and the position supports the university's commitment to equal opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong commitment to inclusivity and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Advance culture of accessibility and inclusivity.
• Staff front desk and answer inquiries about SAS.
• Assist students with scheduling appointments and generating documents.

Skills

Energy

Enthusiasm

Self-direction

Communication skills

Patience

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Work Study SAS Office Assistant

Position Description

Bridgewater State University is committed to ensuring all individuals have equal access to its programs, services, and community. Should a student experience a barrier to full participation related to an impactful diagnosis, they are encouraged to collaborate with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to explore accommodations and resources that can help them achieve their goals.

SAS is comprised of professional staff, graduate assistants, and student employees committed to a shared mission and vision:

• Our mission is to empower students with disabilities to access their university experience through advocacy and accommodation.
• Our vision is an accessible, connected campus that celebrates all identities and experiences of the BSU community.

We are looking for all applicants who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

As Student Accessibility Services (SAS) embarks on a very exciting academic year, we are seeking office assistants to help us transition to and build culture in our new space at Rondileau Student Union (RSU).

• Actively advance a culture of accessibility, inclusivity, disability rights & advocacy throughout the Bridgewater State University community.
• Staff front desk and answer general inquiries about SAS services and support.
• Welcome people to the SAS offices and lounge area, promoting a safe, comfortable, and clean environment.
• Assist students to schedule appointments, generate letters of accommodation, initiate requests for support, etc.
• Contribute to the development of visual campaigns for print and social media.
• Deliver items around campus.
• Other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Energy, enthusiasm, self-direction, patience, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student/faculty/staff/community population.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Confidentiality is essential in this position, as students may not choose to disclose details of their involvement with our office to others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with and an ongoing commitment to working effectively with and across diverse communities, including specific experience with one or more of the following identities/communities: people with both visible and invisible disabilities, people of color, minoritized groups and immigrant populations, people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions, first‑generation students, people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of campus resources and how to access them.
• Proficient computer skills, ideally including Microsoft Teams, Bookings, Office, and the SAS Portal.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E‑Verify employer.

Hourly Rate

$17.00

Posting Number

Stu05705P

Close Date

09/30/2026

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.