Work Study Student

Norfolk State University is seeking University Events Work-Study Assistants to support the planning, coordination, and execution of university-sponsored events. The University Events Work-Study assistants, under the guidance of the Executive Director for University Events and the Assistant Director for University Events, helps to deliver a quality experience at university sponsored events by providing a full range of event planning, management and administrative support.

Duties: Assist during events, greeting and registering visitors, escorting them to various sites on campus, and providing polished customer service to guests Before and after events, assist with various tasks: breakdown and clean-up, carting boxes, placing signs around campus, arranging flowers, picking up food, etc. Create and update event registration lists Create various event documents, including nametags, signs and table tents Organize letters and appropriate publications to be mailed Manage event confirmations, both letter and email Check letters for errors and match to labels Fold, stuff and stamp letters using internal postage meter Other administrative duties as required Preferred Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience with events Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Docs and Google Forms Flexibility and willingness to learn; particular interest in learning event planning Meticulous attention to detail Exceptional punctuality and reliability Presentation, conduct, and attitude appropriate to an professional office setting Neat appearance and appropriate attire at all times Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to adhere to University Advancement and University Events policies regarding confidential information Applications : To be considered, candidates must have a current work-study award through their financial aid package and be enrolled at Norfolk State University in good academic and judicial standing.

Wage employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked and are limited to working 1500 hours per year and can only work a maximum of 29 hours a week. Work hours must be counted on the basis of the twelve-month period beginning May 1 of each year and April 30 of the following year. Wage employees in all agencies (all branches of government) are limited to working no more than 1500 hours during each twelve-month period of May 1-April 30. Should you work 1500 hours prior to April 30, your services will be terminated immediately. You will not be eligible for employment again until May

1. It is the responsibility of the employee and supervisor, as well as the Office of Human Resources, to monitor these hours to ensure compliance to policy. Wage employees may not earn leave nor do they have access to the Grievance Procedure process. They are not covered by the provision of the Virginia Personnel Act and are not entitled to the benefits afforded employees occupying classified positions. Special Instructions: You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following:
2. A letter of interest (via cover letter).
3. A current resume (via resume).
4. Complete Commonwealth of Virginia State Application.
5. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts).
6. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume). Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or résumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 757-823-8160 Email: NO EMAILED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Pathways