Indiana University
Part-Time Student Office Assistant, Groups Scholars Program
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, United States, 47401
The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.
Created in 1968, the Groups Scholars Program puts first-generation students and those with socioeconomic barriers on the path to college success by providing academic, financial, and social support, helping them attain a bachelor's degree at Indiana University. In addition, students are offered an extensive student support system, including academic advising, tutoring, enrollment in specialized courses, and activities designed to foster academic success and degree completion.
Job Summary
Serves as Receptionist/Clerical support for the Groups Scholars Program and performs a variety of routine and non-routine clerical and administrative tasks related to the daily management of the office.
Department-Specific Responsibilities Answers Phones. Greets students, visitors, faculty, and staff in a friendly and professional manner. Manages posts on the department's social media sites. Assists with the department Canvas page. Assists with the Groups Newsletter. Assists with managing the department's e-mail account. Makes special calls to students at the director's request. Assists with preparing materials for different program events. Assists in the processing of applications. Provides support to all Groups Scholars Program classes. Assists the Director, Associate Director, and Advisors with assigned tasks as needed. Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
2 months of previous office experience SKILLS
Required
Maintain a high degree of professionalism Commit to working scheduled hours Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Attention to detail Efficiently balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Demonstrates a strong commitment to scheduled work hours and understands that consistent attendance is a requirement of the position Ability to multi-tasking Ability to work with frequent interruptions Ability to follow written and oral instructions with limited supervision Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Work study preferred. Students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study are encouraged to apply.
To check your eligibility, log in to your One.IU account and search under View/Manage My Financial Aid Information. There, you can review your financial aid package and confirm your work-study status.
Work Location
This is an in-person position
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$12.00 an hour
Work Hours
Positions require 10-29 hours per week.
Hours are flexible, but total employment across all positions held at Indiana University must not exceed 29 hours per week.
Work schedules will align with the Summer Experience Program 2025 and the Fall and Spring class schedules for the 2025 academic year.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online . You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
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Created in 1968, the Groups Scholars Program puts first-generation students and those with socioeconomic barriers on the path to college success by providing academic, financial, and social support, helping them attain a bachelor's degree at Indiana University. In addition, students are offered an extensive student support system, including academic advising, tutoring, enrollment in specialized courses, and activities designed to foster academic success and degree completion.
Job Summary
Serves as Receptionist/Clerical support for the Groups Scholars Program and performs a variety of routine and non-routine clerical and administrative tasks related to the daily management of the office.
Department-Specific Responsibilities Answers Phones. Greets students, visitors, faculty, and staff in a friendly and professional manner. Manages posts on the department's social media sites. Assists with the department Canvas page. Assists with the Groups Newsletter. Assists with managing the department's e-mail account. Makes special calls to students at the director's request. Assists with preparing materials for different program events. Assists in the processing of applications. Provides support to all Groups Scholars Program classes. Assists the Director, Associate Director, and Advisors with assigned tasks as needed. Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
2 months of previous office experience SKILLS
Required
Maintain a high degree of professionalism Commit to working scheduled hours Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Attention to detail Efficiently balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Demonstrates a strong commitment to scheduled work hours and understands that consistent attendance is a requirement of the position Ability to multi-tasking Ability to work with frequent interruptions Ability to follow written and oral instructions with limited supervision Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Work study preferred. Students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study are encouraged to apply.
To check your eligibility, log in to your One.IU account and search under View/Manage My Financial Aid Information. There, you can review your financial aid package and confirm your work-study status.
Work Location
This is an in-person position
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$12.00 an hour
Work Hours
Positions require 10-29 hours per week.
Hours are flexible, but total employment across all positions held at Indiana University must not exceed 29 hours per week.
Work schedules will align with the Summer Experience Program 2025 and the Fall and Spring class schedules for the 2025 academic year.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online . You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support Telephone: 812-856-1234
Apply for Job
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