Federal Work Study - Office Assistant (Academic Advisement and Career Services)

$17.00/per hour.

This is a part-time, temporary position not eligible for benefits.

Monday-Friday between 8:00am-5:00pm; schedule cannot exceed 19.5 hours/week

Student workers in the Academic Advising and Career and Transfer Services will have the opportunity to learn and gain experience in an educational office and customer service environment. This role provides opportunities to develop professional communication skills, learn the use of office software, and support students and employers through in-person, telephone, chat, and email conversations.

In order to qualify for a Federal Work-Study (FWS) job, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file for the current award year and have eligible financial needs based on the college requirements. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information prior to applying to a Federal Work-Study job. FWS is a need-based, federally funded program. FWS requires the completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and confirmation of federal work-study eligibility as determined by the financial aid office. FWS does not directly pay for tuition, and funds are only available to eligible students attending a minimum of six (6) degree applicable hours in a federal student aid eligible program. The FWS award amount is based on your FAFSA results and college funding availability, which will determine the number of hours available to work while supporting the students academic goals. For more detailed information, please go to the MCCCD Federal Work-Study Website

Provides front office support by greeting individuals and groups in person, answering telephones, chat and emails and responding in a professional manner. Greets guests (i.e. students, prospective students, employers, community members and other college employees) with promptness and courtesy. Builds rapport with visitors and seek to understand how we can assist them in their inquiry or journey. Assists with planning and coordinating events and programs, and work with databases and other offices systems. Conducts reminder calls and emails to students for advising appointments and event registrations. Provides drop in peer advising support to students understand their test/placement scores. Offers general advising support related to registration processes, and career exploration within Health Science programs. Conducts outreach to Health Science students to schedule advising appointment and remind them to register for the next term. Assists with early alert outreach and complete tasks related to reports that support retention and student success.

Must be enrolled in 6 credit hours or more at GateWay, have unmet financial need, and meet Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Detail-oriented with the ability to provide excellent customer service. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

May require prolonged periods of sitting, standing and viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas.

1. Confirm your eligibility with the GWCC Office of Financial Aid 2. Upload the following documents: Cover letter Resume Federal Work Study Eligibility Confirmation (you will receive an email from the Office of Financial Aid)

Open until filled

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