Part-Time Student Ambassador (Work Study)
About The Position
This position requires you to have received a work-study award. To verify if you have received a work-study award, please consult the Financial Aid Award Summary area in your LionPATH account. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job is available. The Office of the Dean in the College of Education is seeking Penn State students to serve as Student Ambassadors in our front office. These part-time positions are highly visible and offer valuable professional experience working directly with College leadership. As a Student Ambassador, your job duties may include: Gain professional experience in higher education administration Work directly with College leadership and staff Build your resume with meaningful responsibilities Flexible scheduling around your academic needs Develop skills in office operations, communication, and customer service This is a part-time, hourly position (20 hours or less per week). The Office of the Dean is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Work time will be scheduled around other commitments, such as classes and other jobs; however, great importance is placed on adhering to the scheduled hours, as well as dependability and reliability. The starting hourly rate for this job is $12.00. Federal Work Study job performance is evaluated either annually or through ongoing mentorship. Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements.
Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional demeanor when interacting with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Strong communication skills for working with diverse populations
- Dependable and able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Committed to providing excellent customer service
- Available for a flexible schedule based on class commitments
Responsibilities
- Greeting and assisting visitors to the Dean's Office
- Directing guests to appropriate offices and personnel
- Processing incoming mail – receiving, opening, sorting, and logging
- Coordinating package shipping and deliveries
- Maintaining office supply inventory and coordinating shredding services
- Scheduling and managing conference room reservations
- Assisting with drafting memos and correspondence
- Supporting special projects and additional duties as needed
Benefits
- Gain professional experience in higher education administration
- Work directly with College leadership and staff
- Build your resume with meaningful responsibilities
- Flexible scheduling around your academic needs
- Develop skills in office operations, communication, and customer service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
