Procurement Assistant

Federal Work Study StudentProcurement & Payment Services is seeking a Federal Work Study student to support warehouse tasks. Duties may include loading and unloading packages, and package delivery and pickup. This position offers students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and develop professional skills while contributing to the department's operations.Hourly Wage: $15 per hourAverage Number of Hours per Week: 20 hours per weekSchedule: Flexible between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday working 10-20 hours per week - We work around your class schedule.ResponsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities:Unloading and checking in packages from delivery trucks.Assembling and loading package for delivery.Operating USF Golf Carts to delivery packages to on campus departmentsCleaning and maintaining the warehousePicking up retired IT equipment from on campus departments.Contribute to special projects and tasks as needed.Adhere to university policies and procedures.Job Requirements:Currently enrolled student at USF and eligible for Federal Work Study.Reliable and dependable when reporting to work, completing projects or assignments, and responding to email or Teams communications promptly.Strong organizational and time management skills.Attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).Ability to lift between 25-50 LbsValid drivers license and ability to complete USF golf cart operation trainingStudent Learning Objectives:Basic employability skills such as: appropriate dress, interpersonal communication, timeliness, and time management.Demonstrate the importance of communication flow in the workplace.Firsthand experience of managing multiple projects at a time which require different skills sets (utilize a diverse skill set which require to adapt to the project at hand).Receive and apply feedback from supervisor to enhance performance quality.Assess workplace and demonstrate how personal talents, skills, and knowledge fit into employer's goals, mission, and vision.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Applicant must be a currently enrolled USF student and have a current Federal Work Study (FWS) award for 2026-2027 to be considered for this position. Applicants are asked to demonstrate proof of their FWS award by printing their "Award Offer" screen from Student Self-Service.Contact Information for Questions about Recruitment: Michael Hernandez at View email address on click.appcast.io Information for Applicants: Please upload a cover letter, resume, Federal Work Study (FWS) award, and class schedule.This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.About UsWorking at USFWith approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.About USFThe University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at and Federal NoticesThis position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.