Federal Work Study

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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

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The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

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Job Summary

The student worker will provide educationally beneficial assistance to the Career Center.

Federal Work Study Student Employees are closely supervised by full-time departmental staff. This position will assist with a variety of support duties through close interaction with departmental staff and as needed with other campus departments and/or organizations.

Responsibilities

Assist with front desk operations¿- 40

Will greet guests, schedule appointments, answer phones, and complete other administrative tasks as assigned. Will provide excellent customer services to all who interact with the Career Center.

Assist with resume reviews and Handshake promotion/advising - 25

Will conduct resume reviews and Handshake promotion/advising.

Collect First Destination Survey data - 15

Will collect First Destination Survey Data by contacting GCSU graduates via telephone or email.

Assist with career fairs and other events - 10

Will represent the Career Center by assisting with career fairs and other large events.

Promote Career Planning Milestones completion - 5

Will promote the Career Planning Milestones program and assist with completion campaign.

Attend student assistant meetings and trainings - 5

Will attend student assistant meetings and scheduled office hours. Will participate in designated training days.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma

Enrolled at GCSU

At least a 2.5 GPA

Must have some work availability between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM at least 2 days a week, Monday-Friday

Any major interested in peer advising, helping professions, and/or customer service roles

Willing to speak in front of groups for outreach opportunities

Other Required Qualifications

Must be enrolled in Georgia College as a full time student.

Must be currently awarded Federal Work Study funds.

Must have a current Federal Work Study allocation award from Georgia College.

Must be able to demonstrate professionalism and dependability. Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary.

General knowledge of office procedures and practices associated with professional settings.

Be awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) through the Financial Aid Office at GCSU for the current aid year. Federal Work Study awards can be confirmed through the student's PAWS account, Financial Aid, then Award Offer tab. Students who are not awarded FWS can contact the Financial Aid Office to see if they are eligible at

This position will work in¿person up to 19 hours per week or up to $3900 an aid year.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

Detail oriented and ability to prioritize tasks

Analytical, organizational, and written communication skills

Abilities

Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment, to take initiative, and to follow through with all responsibilities and assigned tasks

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.

Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

Salary : $3,900