OPS Office Assistants - University Housing (FSU Students Only)

Job Title: OPS Office Assistants - University Housing (FSU Students Only)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time

Job ID: 61886

Department

University Housing

Responsibilities

Office Assistants will perform a variety of tasks in our administrative offices, which are typically open Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Specific Tasks May Include

• Various customer service responsibilities like answering phones, responding to emails, and assisting with in-person office visits.
• Data entry and analysis.
• General office duties like scanning and uploading files.
• Cashiering and cash handling duties include processing student fee payments, balancing daily collections, processing petty cash payouts, and assisting with the technology checkout process.
• Working in various Housing computer applications to perform administrative tasks. Record upkeep and compliance.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent.
• Must be FSU students and maintain a cumulative 2.5 undergraduate or 3.0 graduate GPA.
• Must be in good conduct standing with the University.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to include interacting with students/families or potential students/families over the phone, via email, and in person.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to enter data with a high level of accuracy.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous office and/or cash handling experience.
• Priority is given to students who have lived on campus for at least one semester.
• Priority will be given to students who can commit to being available for Summer 2026.
  
  

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

$14.00 per hour ($15.00 per hour effective September 30, 2026).

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants may not be employed within any other section of University Housing.

If selected, applicants must complete a screening interview and provide one (1) reference check.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job.

This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

University Housing operates on a 12-month calendar. Office Assistants should be prepared to work finals weeks, between sessions, and during breaks. Meetings throughout the semester, as announced by supervisor, may be necessary.

Office Assistants will work a minimum of 10 -15 hours between 9:00am - 4:00pm; hours are flexible.

Office Assistants may not work more than a total of 40 hours per week, in combination with any other University-related employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.