Student Work Study/Work Program - Education Department

Eastern Mennonite University•Harrisonburg, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Employee assists staff in the Education Department through administrative, learning, or specialized support while gaining educational and career experience. The role provides customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors; handles incoming phone calls and general office duties; and supports faculty and staff with assigned projects and department operations. The employee is expected to attend work regularly and punctually, follow the work schedule, and support the University’s values. Position-specific work includes providing a welcoming presence in the office, helping prepare instructional materials, and assisting with event planning and hosting. The employee must be able to work at least three shifts per week. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt work-study or work-program position paying $13.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • Be currently enrolled as a student at EMU.
  • Have a high school diploma.
  • Be able to work at least three shifts per week.
  • Follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Make entry-level decisions.
  • Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Be willing to ask questions.
  • Understand basic department procedures.
  • Maintain professionalism during working hours.
  • Have a genuine desire to help peers succeed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.
  • Answer incoming phone calls.
  • Perform administrative and office duties.
  • Assist faculty and staff with special projects as assigned.
  • Perform general administrative responsibilities supporting the department, office, or campus.
  • Complete department-specific projects as assigned.
  • Attend work regularly as scheduled, arrive punctually, and follow the work schedule.
  • Support the values of the University.
  • Provide a welcoming presence in the office.
  • Assist with preparing instructional materials.
  • Assist with event planning and hosting.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

  • Flexible work scheduling built around classes
  • Valuable on-campus work experience and resume-building opportunities
  • Convenient, walkable commute on campus
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