Student Assistant

Salary: $13.73 - $29.57 Hourly
Location : Lapeer, MI
Job Type: Non Career
Job Number: 1901-26MD-202DOC-TCF
Department: Civil Service Commission
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)


Job Description


The Thumb Correctional Facility is looking for a motivated individual who is organized, creative, and is interested in working in a fast-paced Human Resources environment. This position will serve as a Human Resources Student Assistant performing the full range of support assignments, while learning the methods of work, serving the Michigan Civil Service Commission/Michigan Department of Corrections.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Ability to use automated, human resources, and computer payroll systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and have attention to detail.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required Education and Experience


This position generally requires current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. Specific information on the education and experience required for different class levels is in the

Additional Requirements and Information


Student Assistant positions cannot exceed 129 working hours in a calendar month and must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per term, providing proof of enrollment at the start of each term. Student Assistant appointments end the month in which the student graduates or is no longer enrolled in school. A Student Assistant position cannot exceed six years unless otherwise approved by Human Resources.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time.
01


STUDTAST - Are you currently enrolled in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution? If so, please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript.

• Yes
• No

02


Are you currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources Management or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03


Please select your level of experience working in an office setting.

• None
• Less than one ear
• One to two years
• Two or more years

04


Please describe in detail your customer service experience. If you do not have customer service experience, please enter N/A.
05


Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and proof of enrollment? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

Required Question