Student Assistant

State of Michigan • Lansing, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Employees in this job perform a variety of trade, technical, professional, or administrative support activities related to a field of academic specialization for a state department or agency. This classification is designed to facilitate the employment of high school, college, and vocational education students seeking temporary employment opportunities related to career or curriculum goals. Student Assistant positions are considered permanent non-career positions until college graduation. Student Assistant positions are eligible to work up to 129-hours per month (including the summer months, even if you are not enrolled in classes). These positions will accommodate college class schedules.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
• Provide current evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution.
• Provide three (3) signed letters of recommendation.
• Must attach all required documents at the time of application for further consideration.
• Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.
• Attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. (Un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted.)

Nice To Haves

• New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.
• All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
• Report any possible conflict of interest.
• Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
• Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of trade, technical, professional, or administrative support activities related to a field of academic specialization for a state department or agency.

Benefits

• The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
• MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department.
• The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED