Native Center - FWS
About The Position
Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni. This is a Federal Work Study (FWS) position. The Native/Indigenous Admissions Specialist will support the Office of Admissions in promoting Onondaga Community College to prospective Native/Indigenous students and families. The role is ideal for a student who is passionate about higher education, enjoys engaging with people, and wants hands-on experience and recruitment processes.
Requirements
- Must have a valid FAFSA on file
- Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA
- Must be matriculated into a program
- Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)
- Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning campus tours, open houses, Center for Native/Indigenous Students Tours, OCC Haudenosaunee Arts Fest and other recruitment events.
- Serve as a tour guide and along with Native/Indigenous Admissions Coordinator provide campus tours to prospective Native/Indigenous Students and families.
- Assist in responding to prospective student inquiries via email, phone and in person.
- Support data entry filing, and other administrative tasks related to prospective student records.
- Help prepare admission materials such as packets, brochures and mailings.
- Contribute to social media and digital outreach methods.
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies.
- Starting rate of $17.00 for returning Federal Work Studies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
