University Student Assistant - Student Workers on Assigned Tasks (SWAT) (Fall 2026)

Department: Residence Hall Rentals Salary: $8.25 per hour (Max 26 hours per week) Position Summary: The Office of Housing Operations and Residence Life supports the academic mission of Jacksonville State University by fostering a vibrant living and learning community that cultivates personal development, celebrates diversity, promotes leadership, and enhances the educational experience of each resident.

Our Vision is to serve as a home away from home and the heart of Jacksonville State University, where traditions are valued, excellence is promoted and pride in oneself, school and community are encouraged. Student Workers on Assigned Tasks (S.W.A.T.) are a valuable part of the Office of Housing Operations and Residence Life team at Jacksonville State University.

S.W.A.T. is responsible for ensuring that any duties assigned to them are completed in a timely, efficient manner. Duties include but are not limited to moving furniture around campus as necessary, inventory and organization of housing equipment and materials, trash rounds, and all other duties as assigned. Positions may be filled based on individual applicants’ skills, qualifications, and departmental needs.

Adheres to all department and University policies and procedures. Duties & Responsibilities: Moving furniture to areas around campus Inventory, organization and security of housing equipment and materials Trash rounds - picking up debris on campus grounds Working outdoors in all weather conditions All other duties as assigned based on overall maintenance of facilities Additional duties as required by the department Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least three (3) hours per fall or spring semester.

(Requirements for international students below. *) If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.50 or higher. Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from My. Jax. State. Must have a valid Driver’s License to operate a university owned vehicle.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be available to work weekends if needed such as move-in weekend.

Preferred Qualifications

Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Able to move around campus frequently and quickly Notice Regarding International Students: All international students must be in a valid immigration status. Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html Due to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time Jax State student and possess each of the following: Passport from their respective country.

F-1 Student Visa or J-1 Exchange Student Visa. U.S. Customs Form I-94. Official photo identification. Official Social Security Card imprinted with “Valid for Work Only” or similar statement Required Documents: Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://www.

clerycenter.org/the-clery-act the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.

pdf Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.