Department
Cohens Honors College

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
13.50

Work Schedule
20 hours a week

Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.

Job Story
The Dorothy & Bill Cohen Honors College Student Assistant manages and enhances the college’s front facing lounge space and helps with daily administrative tasks that are needed for the college and staff withing the college. This position is supervised by the Office Manager. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise discretionary judgment regarding student information and dean’s office communication.

Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties
General reception including greeting guests, answering questions in-person, over the phone, and via email
Understand the resources available in the Cohen Honors College and direct students, staff, and faculty to appropriate resources or people within the office
Manage the student study area, printer and lounge
Exercise discretionary judgment regarding student information and dean’s office communication
Manage student lounge space including ordering supplies for lounge, creating a welcoming environment, and other tasks as assigned.
Identify needs and opportunities for the student-serving areas; implement new initiatives in consultation with college staff and student assistants

Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements
File, copy, scan documents
Assist with classroom setup and media support
Conduct data entry and records
Other tasks or special projects as assigned by office staff

Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.

Preferred Qualifications
Honor student
Microsoft office - email, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or Canva

Additional Information
This position is contingent upon work-study eligibility. If a student is no longer work-study eligible, the position may be terminated. You will be notified at least two weeks prior to the position ending.

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.