Institutional Work Study-Garden

Institutional Work Study-Garden

Garden - Okmulgee, OK 74447

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Business Affairs, and with the collaboration of an assigned supervisor, the Institutional Work Study (IWS) provides assistance in a number of job opportunities within the College of the Muscogee Nation.

To be selected and maintain employment as an IWS, students must comply with the following requirements per trimester: maintain 12 or more credit hours, maintain a 2.0 grade point average (the Peer Tutor position requires a 3.0), pass a drug screen and background check, adhere to the CMN attendance policy, dress professionally, complete FERPA training and sign the Confidentiality and FERPA agreement during orientation.

Employment may be terminated immediately if the student: withdraws electively or administratively, drops below 12 enrolled credit hours, completes his/her course of study at CMN, violates FERPA or Confidentiality agreement, or violates requirements stated in this policy.

If the student participates in graduation but is required to complete courses the following semester there may be an exception made in order for the student to remain employed. The student must provide a transcript and schedule to Human Resources to verify classes.

Students should know that a limited number of work study positions are available each trimester and submit his/her application within respective deadlines. Applicants must successfully complete both the selection process and interview, to be considered for an open position. IWS students may work a maximum of 20 hours per week, which are contingent upon a student's class schedule. At the end of each trimester should an IWS student continue to meet the program requirements, his/her employment may continue without interruption.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Bookstore: sales, stocking, cash register, janitorial.
• Cafeteria: sales, cash register, janitorial, kitchen assistance, food handling.
• Student housing: office support services, transportation, student resource, enforcing CMN policies, maintenance.
• Offices: office support services, backup support for reception desk.
• Library: office support services, check out literature/electronic equipment, maintenance, re-shelving books and supplies.
• Office support services includes: assist with the preparation of documents and filing.
• Enter data in data bank, sort documents, copy, and fax.
• Computer skills in word-processing and spreadsheets are very helpful.
• Able to take direction and carry out instructions.
• Must be able to interact with the public in a polite friendly manner.
• May be asked to hand carry documents between colleges offices located in different buildings.
• Answer the telephone and take messages.
• Assist instructors.
• Work on projects.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Specifications:

1. Minimum Requirements - Good interpersonal skills. Willing to learn and take direction. Able to read instructions and write small reports. Must be a full-time student in the College of the Muscogee Nation.

1. Preferred Requirements Good computer skills in word-processing, Power Point, and spreadsheets. Excellent oral communication, interpersonal, organizational skills. Uses discretion, judgment, and initiative effectively.

3. Special Considerations - Related experience in a college and or similar organization. Experience within the Tribal Government, and ability to speak the Muscogee language is preferable but not a requirement. Native American and Veteran Preference.

Licensure (if appropriate):

Valid Driver's License. Food Handler's permit, if applicable.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Public Relations:

Important attributes of any employee of the College of the Muscogee Nation, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearance and public relations. Each employee is expected to make every effort to be well-informed about the institution, pleasant, courteous and cooperative. As an employee, you are expected to act in a manner that commands respect of all personnel and students.