Federal Work Study

Federal Work-Study Student Assistant

The Federal Work-Study Student Assistant provides support to a designated college department while gaining valuable work experience. This position is funded through the Federal Work-Study Program and is available to students who demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Examples of Duties

• Assist with general office tasks such as filing, data entry, answering phones, and greeting visitors
• Deliver interdepartmental mail and supplies as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of records and communications
• Assist with events, outreach, or student engagement activities
• Operate office equipment such as copiers, scanners, and computers
• Provide customer service and information to students and staff
• Complete assigned tasks with attention to detail and timeliness
• Support special projects or perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in an eligible program of study at The College of the Florida Keys
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and demonstrate unmet financial need
• The Federal Work-Study (FWS) award must not exceed the student's unmet financial need
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Submit a Federal Work-Study application that includes the student's skills, experience, and areas of interest
• Be in compliance with the rules and policies outlined in the CFK Student Handbook
• As employees of the College, FWS student employees must complete a criminal background check prior to beginning employment

Supplemental Information

Please submit all materials online. Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io if you need assistance. Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment). Please Note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit NACES or AICE-EVAL for more information. E-Verify Notice of Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit E-Verify. Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Promise Clark-Kimbio, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development and Accountability, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io
• Title IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io
• Disability Services: Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io

Mailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040

State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college's process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK's policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit FCS Concerns and Complaints Process.

Benefits

Adjunct Instructors are eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship; may participate in the College's 403(b) plan; and are eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.