2025-2026 Communication, Student Office Assistant Job at Florida International U

About FIU

Florida International University is Miami's public research university, focused on student success. FIU has multiple top rankings and is a major research university with significant expenditures. FIU operates two campuses and supports artistic and cultural engagement through its museums. For more information about FIU, visit www.fiu.edu.

Job Summary

The School of Communication is currently seeking a Student Office Assistant to join their team of professionals.

Duties to include:

• Serve as first point-of-contact for the School of Communication (Front desk coverage, Answering phones)
• Maintain the reception area including updating bulletin boards, refreshing handouts, identifying cleaning needs, etc.
• Assist with drop-ins and scheduled appointments
• Provide administrative support for the supervisor, School Director, and students not limited to scanning student records, calendar, data entry, and student drop-ins, etc.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position

Job Category

Federal Work Study

Who May Apply

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on class schedule and needs of the department.

Advertised Salary

$13.00/Hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check. This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Background check and fingerprinting is required if the job includes any of the following:

• Working directly with and/or residing with minors and/or vulnerable persons. No
• Working in K - 12 schools. (May require DCF Clearinghouse clearance at a cost) - No
• Handling/managing cash, checks, cash transactions, gift cards, debit/credit cards, and/or cash equivalent. No
• Information technology (IT) related functions, e.g. Web Developer, IT Technician, etc. No
• Driving on behalf of the university (MVR Check only). No
• Those working in the Athletics Department who travel with students to events. No
• Working within museums. No
• Those working in the Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access). No
• Special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location. No
• Working in centers of health and/or counseling care. No

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, FIU provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues. The FIU Annual Security report is available online. To obtain a paper copy of the report, visit the FIU Police Department.

Pay Transparency

FIU will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about or discuss pay. However, those with access to compensation information must not disclose it to those without access, except under certain conditions.

FIU is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For nondiscrimination inquiries, contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility.