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Job Title: Student Program Assistant - Division of Student Affairs
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62663
Department
Division of Student Affairs
Responsibilities
The Student Program Assistant supports student-centered initiatives and programs within the Division of Student Affairs departments.
Provides direct support to various student focused initiatives that aid in student success. Support cross-functional coordination with campus partners to ensure aligned messaging and smooth program delivery. Assist with coordination and execution of event-day logistics.
Update content and perform quality checks to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and aligned with program timelines. Assist with development, revision, and organization of pre-orientation modules, including coordination with campus partners for content collection. Help draft, format, and schedule communications as needed (e.g., emails, newsletters, social media posts, digital signage, or print materials). Track engagement metrics and feedback (when available) to report improvements to messaging and materials.
Engage student organizations to support activities, including outreach, participation, and communication of expectations. Assist in the recruitment, scheduling, and managing of volunteers (students, staff, and/or community members) to ensure adequate program coverage. Create and maintain volunteer materials.
Support recruitment by helping plan outreach strategies and coordinate recruitment events. Assist with interview logistics, including scheduling, candidate communications, and materials preparation. Assist with sponsorship and partnership outreach support, including tracking prospects, maintaining contact lists, and preparing draft communications.
Perform functions that support marketing initiatives and assist in managing and maintaining promotional aspects programs and events, including swag and promotional item coordination and inventory tracking, and packing and distribution for programs and events.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
Other Information
Starting at $34,400, commensurate with education and experience.
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.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
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.
Veterans' Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.
IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.
Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.
Considerations
This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 62663
Department
Division of Student Affairs
Responsibilities
The Student Program Assistant supports student-centered initiatives and programs within the Division of Student Affairs departments.
Provides direct support to various student focused initiatives that aid in student success. Support cross-functional coordination with campus partners to ensure aligned messaging and smooth program delivery. Assist with coordination and execution of event-day logistics.
Update content and perform quality checks to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and aligned with program timelines. Assist with development, revision, and organization of pre-orientation modules, including coordination with campus partners for content collection. Help draft, format, and schedule communications as needed (e.g., emails, newsletters, social media posts, digital signage, or print materials). Track engagement metrics and feedback (when available) to report improvements to messaging and materials.
Engage student organizations to support activities, including outreach, participation, and communication of expectations. Assist in the recruitment, scheduling, and managing of volunteers (students, staff, and/or community members) to ensure adequate program coverage. Create and maintain volunteer materials.
Support recruitment by helping plan outreach strategies and coordinate recruitment events. Assist with interview logistics, including scheduling, candidate communications, and materials preparation. Assist with sponsorship and partnership outreach support, including tracking prospects, maintaining contact lists, and preparing draft communications.
Perform functions that support marketing initiatives and assist in managing and maintaining promotional aspects programs and events, including swag and promotional item coordination and inventory tracking, and packing and distribution for programs and events.
Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)
Other Information
Starting at $34,400, commensurate with education and experience.
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.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
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.
Veterans' Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.
IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.
Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.
Considerations
This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $34,400