Program Assistant for Student Work Programs

Lewis-Clark State College•Lewiston, ID

13d•Onsite

About The Position

LC State invites applications for the position of Program Assistant for Student Work Programs. This role involves managing various student work programs, developing training materials, collaborating with employers, assisting students with financial aid processes, and making presentations. The position also supports student recruitment and retention efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Experience with career development, career education, or staff supervision
Experience working with databases
Excellent organization, time management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master's preferred from a regionally accredited college/university
Work experience in higher education
Experience using situational awareness to provide excellent and adaptable customer service in a variety of situations
Flexibility to work in an open office environment and actively collaborate with other staff members

Responsibilities

Managing the Work Scholar program
Managing the Federal, State, and JOB Work-Study programs
Developing and presenting training materials for aid-based student work programs
Working with internal and external employer partners and supervisors to support student workers
Assisting students and families with general guidance on financial aid and scholarship processes, including completing the FAFSA, scholarship, and other financial forms or documents
Making presentations about financial aid, scholarships, and aid-based work programs to prospective students, current students, and high school counselors
Creating or enhancing correspondence to students
Collaborating on marketing materials that promote the services in Student Financial Services
Partnering with other office staff on projects and assignments
Serving on campus committees as needed
Other duties as assigned
Direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students