Academic Success & Undergraduate Advising (ASUA), Student Success Studio (S3) - Federal Work Study Student Assistant, Palm Desert Campus

CSU Careers • San Bernardino, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Academic Success & Undergraduate Advising (ASUA), Student Success Studio (S3) at the Palm Desert Campus seeks a proactive and dedicated Student Assistant for the 2024–2025 academic year. Under immediate supervision, the Student Assistant works with tutors and coaches/mentors, provides administrative support, and helps students use S3 services. The role is on campus only; student employees may not telecommute. Work schedules may vary based on business needs, and occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support departmental activities, special events, and other university functions.

Federal Work-Study eligibility requires a current-year FAFSA, satisfactory academic progress, at least half-time enrollment (6 undergraduate or 3 graduate units per semester), federal financial need of at least $2,000, submission of requested financial aid documentation by its deadline, an official Financial Aid Office award notification, and U.S. citizenship, eligible non-citizen status, or permanent residency. Students who are not awarded FWS may be placed on a waiting list, but placement does not guarantee an award.

The position is part-time, temporary, and seasonal, with an anticipated hiring rate of $16.90 per hour. The application deadline is November 24, 2026, though the position may close earlier after enough qualified applications are received. Employees must reside in California upon hire and be authorized to work in the United States. A background check may be required, and possession of a valid driver's license may be required.

Requirements

• Be admitted or registered as a CSU student.
• Maintain a semester and cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
• Be enrolled at least half-time at CSUSB: 6 units for undergraduate students or 3 units for graduate students. International students must be enrolled full-time: 12 undergraduate or 6 graduate units.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Have a Social Security card for payroll.
• Meet Federal Work-Study eligibility requirements: complete a FAFSA for the current award year, maintain satisfactory academic progress, demonstrate at least $2,000 in federal need, submit requested financial aid documentation by its due date, receive an official Financial Aid Office award notification, and be a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen, or permanent resident.
• Ability to learn and perform assigned work, follow oral instructions, work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students, communicate effectively with all levels, and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled as a student at the Palm Desert Campus.
• Maintain a semester and cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
• Basic organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with office equipment.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving and assisting others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with tutors to support tutoring sessions, including scheduling and coordinating appointments.
• Manage schedules, organize files, and prepare documents to support S3 operations.
• Provide guidance and information to students using S3 services to help them navigate available resources.
• Assist with the setup and execution of workshops, study sessions, and other events, including logistics and participant communications.
• Perform general office tasks, including answering phones, handling mail, and maintaining office supplies.
• Provide feedback to contribute to the ongoing improvement of S3 services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed