Student Assistant TRIO SSS Job Wichita area,Kansas USA,Administrative/Clerical

Department

TRIO Student Support Services

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$11.00/hr

Work Schedule

Dependent upon student's class schedule - between the hours of 8 am - 5 pm, M-F.

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference on campus while building your professional skills? TRIO Student Support Services is looking for a friendly and motivated Student Assistant to join our team! As the first point of contact for our office, you'll help create a welcoming environment for students by greeting visitors, answering phones, and assisting with various office tasks.

Your role will be essential in supporting the success of TRIO students — many of whom are first-generation college students or come from underrepresented backgrounds. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, a great communicator who enjoys helping others, and ready to make a positive impact, we’d love to have you on board!

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

Perform receptionist duties for the program including: answering the telephone, responding to emails, forwarding messages, attending to program participants & visitors, updating spreadsheets, and scheduling/confirming appointments by making phone calls.

Perform clerical work including:
Typing, filing, computer data entry, picking up the mail, keeping office supply inventory, cleaning/organizing supplies, setting up/attending SSS events and tablings, and running other daily errands.

Maintain confidentiality of information when filing documents in students’ files.

Attend training sessions required by the program.

Maintain accurate records of time worked in the office.

Follow program policies and procedures.

Complete work as assigned by program staff members and have excellent communication regarding assigned tasks and prioritizing, as needed.

Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements

Enrolled as a sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student at WSU
In Good Academic standing
Have a cumulative 2.5 GPA or better

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to perform clerical work

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite and other graphic software

Good customer service skills

Ability to organize, prioritize and work on multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision

Ability to pay attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to keep records and maintain confidentiality

Experience working with students similar to those served by SSS

Good judgment and decision-making skills

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.

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