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Job Title: Federal Work Study - Tuition Classification
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 295620
Job Summary
The Federal Work-Study Student Assistant in the Tuition Classification Office supports the daily administrative and customer service functions related to residency and tuition classification processes. This position provides students with hands-on experience in higher education administration while assisting staff in maintaining accurate records, responding to student inquiries, and supporting compliance with University System of Georgia (USG) policies.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -
Serve as a point of contact for students, families, and campus partners via phone, email, and in-person inquiries regarding tuition classification and residency requirements
Assist with reviewing tuition classification documents for completeness and accuracy under staff supervision
Scan, index, and maintain electronic and physical student records in accordance with FERPA guidelines
Update student files and track documentation receipt using institutional systems
Support outreach efforts by assisting with communication campaigns, information sessions, and office correspondence
Prepare materials for tuition classification events, audits, or special review periods
Perform general clerical duties such as filing, copying, data entry, and spreadsheet maintenance
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive student information
Complete other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Tuition Classification Office
Required Qualifications
Required Experience
Must have a Federal Work-Study Award
Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Georgia Gwinnett College.
Must be in good academic standing and maintain good academic standing for the duration of employment.
Must be in good conduct standing with the Georgia Gwinnett College and maintain good conduct for the duration of employment.
Professional demeanor with excellent customer service skills.
Ability to apply judgment and discretion in performing confidential personnel matters.
Ability to be highly organized, attentive to details, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and email systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
Conditions of Employment
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Location: Georgia Gwinnett College
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 295620
Job Summary
The Federal Work-Study Student Assistant in the Tuition Classification Office supports the daily administrative and customer service functions related to residency and tuition classification processes. This position provides students with hands-on experience in higher education administration while assisting staff in maintaining accurate records, responding to student inquiries, and supporting compliance with University System of Georgia (USG) policies.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -
Serve as a point of contact for students, families, and campus partners via phone, email, and in-person inquiries regarding tuition classification and residency requirements
Assist with reviewing tuition classification documents for completeness and accuracy under staff supervision
Scan, index, and maintain electronic and physical student records in accordance with FERPA guidelines
Update student files and track documentation receipt using institutional systems
Support outreach efforts by assisting with communication campaigns, information sessions, and office correspondence
Prepare materials for tuition classification events, audits, or special review periods
Perform general clerical duties such as filing, copying, data entry, and spreadsheet maintenance
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive student information
Complete other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Tuition Classification Office
Required Qualifications
Required Experience
Must have a Federal Work-Study Award
Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Georgia Gwinnett College.
Must be in good academic standing and maintain good academic standing for the duration of employment.
Must be in good conduct standing with the Georgia Gwinnett College and maintain good conduct for the duration of employment.
Professional demeanor with excellent customer service skills.
Ability to apply judgment and discretion in performing confidential personnel matters.
Ability to be highly organized, attentive to details, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and email systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
Conditions of Employment
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.