Work Study Clerical Student Employee / Orientation Leader (Academic Advising)

Position Title

Work Study Clerical Student Employee / Orientation Leader (Academic Advising)

Posting Number

SE0030

Student Employment Type Of Position

Clerical

Academic Year

2025-2026

Actual Salary

$15.00

Semester

Spring , Summer

Department

Counseling

Supervisor

Alejandra Dongo

Direct Supervisor Email

dongoa@morainevalley.edu

Direct Supervisor Phone

708 608-4368

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties/Skills

General Administrative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Data Entry, Answer Phones, Filing/Copying, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to::

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.)
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.
  
  

Days Needed

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Times Needed

Flexible hours ranging from 8:30am – 6pm on Mondays and Tuesdays; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Occasionally until 7:30pm. Must work one Saturday a year, typically in mid August.

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

If you’re looking for an excellent paid student leadership opportunity, consider applying to work for the Advising Office as a Student Employee/Orientation Leader! This is a seasonal position with the potential for extension, depending on funding.

As a Student Employee/Orientation Leader, you’ll play an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for our students and their families. This combined position offers experience in customer service, office operations, and student engagement.

Responsibilities Include

• Greeting and assisting students, parents, and guests in person and over the phone
• Providing accurate information and excellent customer service to all visitors
• Answering basic questions and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of orientation activities and materials
• Helping new students navigate tools such as Student Planner
• Performing general clerical and front desk duties to support Advising staff
• Assisting with events as needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfort speaking with students, parents, and staff both in person and over the phone
• Ability to multitask and maintain a positive attitude in a busy office environment
• Dependable, professional, and eager to learn
  
  

This position is ideal for students who want to build leadership, communication, and teamwork skills while contributing to the success of their peers.

• This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  
  

Posting Date

04/10/2026

Special Instructions To Applicants

STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD!

During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.