FWSP Student Clerical - Community Engagement
Inside Higher Ed, Edmond, OK, United States
Position Overview
A Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) student clerical position in which the student will perform computer and customer service-related duties in an office setting. Typical duties may include typing, filing, answering telephones, customer service, scheduling appointments, and Microsoft Office experience.
Hours per Week
Up to 25 hours per week (maximum), Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
College/Department Overview
The Office of Community Engagement empowers students to become active citizens and develop a responsibility toward community through service and volunteerism; community partnerships and connections; intentional learning opportunities; and a focus on civic engagement and critical societal issues. Through involvement and participation in Community Engagement’s programs, leadership opportunities and student-led events, UCO students have the opportunity to give back to and invest in their community on a variety of levels. Community Engagement oversees the operations of the Central Pantry, a free, supplemental food resource on campus. Central Pantry provides access to weekly grocery shopping for any student, faculty, or staff member registered as a client. Community Engagement partners with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma to operate the Central Pantry.
Department Specific Job Functions
The Community Engagement/Central Pantry Interns will manage the day-to-day operations of the Central Pantry in terms of volunteer and donation management. Tasks may include scheduling and communicating with student volunteers, collecting and recording donations, stocking, and assessing stock in the pantry, managing the pantry storage space, and hosting donation drives benefiting the Central Pantry and other local organizations. The intern positions may also assist with Community Engagement data entry and projects.
Enrollment Requirements
All student employees must be enrolled at least half‑time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half‑time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full‑time. For summer semesters, student employees must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours, or if not enrolled in summer classes, must be enrolled in fall classes and be subject to FICA taxes. FWSP positions require enrollment in a minimum of 6 credit hours (undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (graduate) during the summer.
Requirements / Qualifications
A valid driver’s license is required.
Must be enrolled at least half‑time (see Enrollment Requirements).
Appropriate standing with Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for FWSP award.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to lift boxes that may weigh up to or over 50 pounds.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Sensitivity to intercultural communication.
Good interpersonal skills.
Shows initiative.
Detail oriented.
Dependable.
Thorough.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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A Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) student clerical position in which the student will perform computer and customer service-related duties in an office setting. Typical duties may include typing, filing, answering telephones, customer service, scheduling appointments, and Microsoft Office experience.
Hours per Week
Up to 25 hours per week (maximum), Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
College/Department Overview
The Office of Community Engagement empowers students to become active citizens and develop a responsibility toward community through service and volunteerism; community partnerships and connections; intentional learning opportunities; and a focus on civic engagement and critical societal issues. Through involvement and participation in Community Engagement’s programs, leadership opportunities and student-led events, UCO students have the opportunity to give back to and invest in their community on a variety of levels. Community Engagement oversees the operations of the Central Pantry, a free, supplemental food resource on campus. Central Pantry provides access to weekly grocery shopping for any student, faculty, or staff member registered as a client. Community Engagement partners with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma to operate the Central Pantry.
Department Specific Job Functions
The Community Engagement/Central Pantry Interns will manage the day-to-day operations of the Central Pantry in terms of volunteer and donation management. Tasks may include scheduling and communicating with student volunteers, collecting and recording donations, stocking, and assessing stock in the pantry, managing the pantry storage space, and hosting donation drives benefiting the Central Pantry and other local organizations. The intern positions may also assist with Community Engagement data entry and projects.
Enrollment Requirements
All student employees must be enrolled at least half‑time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half‑time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full‑time. For summer semesters, student employees must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours, or if not enrolled in summer classes, must be enrolled in fall classes and be subject to FICA taxes. FWSP positions require enrollment in a minimum of 6 credit hours (undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (graduate) during the summer.
Requirements / Qualifications
A valid driver’s license is required.
Must be enrolled at least half‑time (see Enrollment Requirements).
Appropriate standing with Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for FWSP award.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to lift boxes that may weigh up to or over 50 pounds.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Sensitivity to intercultural communication.
Good interpersonal skills.
Shows initiative.
Detail oriented.
Dependable.
Thorough.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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