Work Study Student - Biochemistry, Chemistry, And Physics - Office Assistant (Fall 2024)

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Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics

Job Summary

The Work Study Student will support the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics as an Office Assistant on the Statesboro Campus beginning Fall 2024.

Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.

Please confirm your Federal Work-Study eligibility with the Office of Financial Aid or Request Federal Work Study Eligibility Here

Responsibilities

• Completes daily task worksheet

• Receives and distribute mail

• Completes a weekly inventory form for office supplies

• Assists administrative staff with clerical duties

• Provides customer service

• Runs Campus errands

• Answers and transfers phone calls

• Files documents and paperwork

Shift Specifics

• Up to 15 hours per week

• Flexible with schedule of availability

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Other Required Qualifications

• Must be Federal Work eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience providing customer service

Proposed Salary

$12.00 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Schedule of Availability

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

August 22, 2024

Application review may begin as early as July 16, 2024.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment for student employees in a Positions of Trust role are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the 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.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Must maintain Federal Work-Study eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

• This is not a supervisory position.

• This position is not required to drive.