Academic Advising Student Office Assistant (Student Position)

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Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Academic Advising Student Office Assistant (Student Position)  
Location: Big Rapids, MI  
Department:

Academic Advising

 
Advertised Salary: $12.48- $13.24  
Summary of Position:

The Academic Advising Student Office Assistant will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of ongoing initiatives for the Department of Academic Advising by assisting with daily operations, communication, and ongoing projects. The Student Office Assistant must also uphold strict confidentiality, as they may have access to sensitive student information.

 
Position Requirements:

- Ability to work independents
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management skills
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of Social Media Platforms
- Due to the sensitive nature of this position, confidentiality is required at all times.
- This job requires students to have access to some student records, so FERPA training is required.

 
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1) Perform general office duties including filing, data entry, and maintaining organized and efficient office spaces.
2) Foster strong partnerships with primary-role academic advisors across campus.
3) Manage University Advising Email and direct messages as appropriate.
4) Support departmental initiatives and ongoing projects as assigned.
5) Oversee registration labs during peak enrollment periods, assisting students with general scheduling and registration questions.
6) Assist with creating content and communication for Department of Advising Social media and other communication outlets.
7) Assist with planning and executing advising-related events, workshops, and activities.
8) Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and sensitive information.
9) Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department of Academic Advising office.

 
Number of Positions Available:    
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule  
Special Instructions to Applicants:    
EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence.  Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.  

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