Student Assistant - Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars

Classification Title:

Student Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Make a two-semester commitment to MFOS
• Be available to attend monthly in-services and training meetings throughout each semester
• Commit to working a minimum of 15 hours a week
• Excellent computer skills
• Maintain a 2.0 grade point average
• Attention to detail in composing, editing, and proofreading materials
• Team player who can work independently to achieve a team goal

Job Description:

General Program Support: Provide general support and assistance to MFOS team with scholar engagement (emails, meetings, follow-up etc.), case management, student outreach, signature event support, social media posting etc.

 Workshops and Seminar Support: Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to organize and facilitate workshops that address the needs of MFOS scholars and first-gen students. The Student Assistant will assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of workshops as well as workshop management (grading on Canvas).

Cohort Requirement Support: Provide support in the tracking, management, and reporting of scholar requirements, utilizing data to send early warning notifications, provide alternate assignments, identify at-risk students, and recommend resources to enhance scholar success.

Other duties as assigned: Assist the MFOS team with various tasks and projects as needed to support program objectives.

Expected Salary:

$14.00/hr

Required Qualifications:

• Be available to attend monthly in-services and training meetings throughout each semester
• Commit to working a minimum of 15 hours a week
• Excellent computer skills Maintain a 2.0 grade point average
• Attention to detail in composing, editing, and proofreading materials
• Team player who can work independently to achieve a team goal

Preferred:

• Empathetic and understanding approach to supporting the unique needs of first-gen, low-income, or students from underrepresented backgrounds.
• Experience in event planning, advising, and student advocacy.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect and build relationships with campus and external partners.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail for coordinating events, workshops, and meetings.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No