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APPLY THROUGH UCI HANDSHAKE: Job #7733923

Deadline to apply: Friday, May 5 

Job Description 

Field Study Student Assistant

  • Approximate Hours per week: 8-10
  • Position Type:  Hybrid Work Study
  • Location: In person (limited remote hours available)
  • Compensation: $15.50 per hour 

 

Description:

supports the delivery of vital student advising and administrative services. On the student-facing front, this position will assist with student advising appointments, respond to student correspondence, and present student-focused workshops. On the administrative front, this position assists with data entry and management, report writing, and the creation of social media and other promotional content. Additional duties as assigned. This is an excellent opportunity for a student to work closely with the FIeld Study and Undergraduate Student Advising staff and develop a broad and strong skill set relevant to many future graduate school and career opportunities in Social Ecology-related fields.

 

We are looking for a student who can commit through the end of Spring 2025 (with the possibility of working over the summer sessions).

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Work-study eligible 
  • Major within the School of Social Ecology 
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel, Powerpoint, and Word (experience with Microsoft Access highly preferred)
  • Strong working knowledge of Google Docs, Sheets and Slides 
  • 3.5+ overall GPA
  • Completion of statistics coursework (SE 13 or equivalent)
  • Junior Standing (90+ units) strongly preferred
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Familiarity with working in an office environment

Empathetic and sensitive to students from diverse backgrounds

  • Ability to routinely work independently on assignments, seeking assistance and clarification when needed
  • Ability to follow through with assignments on tight deadlines
  • Receptive to constructive criticism
  • Access to a secure and reliable internet connection
  • Access to a secure and reliable laptop or desktop
  • Minimum 3-quarter commitment

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with Canva.com 
  • Previous experience with social media management
  • Previous experience with graphic design or website design