What are the responsibilities and job description for the Native Center - FWS - Onondaga Community College position at Onondaga Community College?
Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Student Employment (SW/ FWS) Job Type: Other Posted On: Thu Sep 3 2026 Job Description:
This is a Federal Work Study (FWS) position
The Native/Indigenous Admissions Specialist will support the Office of Admissions in promoting Onondaga Community College to prospective Native/Indigenous students and families. The role is ideal for a student who is passionate about higher education, enjoys engaging with people, and wants hands-on experience and recruitment processes.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in planning campus tours, open houses, Center for Native/Indigenous Students Tours, OCC Haudenosaunee Arts Fest and other recruitment events.
Serve as a tour guide and along with Native/Indigenous Admissions Coordinator provide campus tours to prospective Native/Indigenous Students and families.
Assist in responding to prospective student inquiries via email, phone and in person.
Support data entry filing, and other administrative tasks related to prospective student records.
Help prepare admission materials such as packets, brochures and mailings.
Contribute to social media and digital outreach methods.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Must have a valid FAFSA on file
Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA
Must be matriculated into a program
Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)
Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program
Additional Information:
Pay Rate:
Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies.
Starting rate of $17.00 for returning Federal Work Studies
Hours of Operations: Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm
To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position:
Visits OCC's Work-Study Page
Review the Work- Study Checklist & complete and submit the Work Study Interest Form
Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session.
Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.
This is a Federal Work Study (FWS) position
The Native/Indigenous Admissions Specialist will support the Office of Admissions in promoting Onondaga Community College to prospective Native/Indigenous students and families. The role is ideal for a student who is passionate about higher education, enjoys engaging with people, and wants hands-on experience and recruitment processes.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in planning campus tours, open houses, Center for Native/Indigenous Students Tours, OCC Haudenosaunee Arts Fest and other recruitment events.
Serve as a tour guide and along with Native/Indigenous Admissions Coordinator provide campus tours to prospective Native/Indigenous Students and families.
Assist in responding to prospective student inquiries via email, phone and in person.
Support data entry filing, and other administrative tasks related to prospective student records.
Help prepare admission materials such as packets, brochures and mailings.
Contribute to social media and digital outreach methods.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Must have a valid FAFSA on file
Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA
Must be matriculated into a program
Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)
Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program
Additional Information:
Pay Rate:
Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies.
Starting rate of $17.00 for returning Federal Work Studies
Hours of Operations: Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm
To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position:
Visits OCC's Work-Study Page
Review the Work- Study Checklist & complete and submit the Work Study Interest Form
Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session.
Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Pension PlanSalary : $16 - $17