Student Assistant - First-Generation Success Navigators

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Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Recreation/Event Services, Student Services
Department:04040300 - SL-FIRST GEN SUCCESS CENTER

Classification Title:

STU AST NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:
  • Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or professional student.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
  • Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
  • Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.
Job Description:

 Student Engagement & General Office Support

  • Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, family and community members.
  • Assist with student outreach, resource referrals, and front-line support.
  • Support daily office operations, student communications, and engagement initiatives.
  • Maintain resource materials and assist with data entry and tracking.

Workshops, Events & Outreach, Signature Programs

  • Assist with planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of workshops, signature programs and outreach.
  • Represent the Center at resource fairs and outreach events.
  • Assist with event logistics, room setup, attendance tracking, and participant engagement.

Peer Leadership & Student Success Initiatives

  • Serve as a peer role model for first-generation students.
  • Support mentoring initiatives, leadership programs, and student success campaigns.
  • Share student perspectives and identify emerging student needs.
  • Peer to Peer Success Coaching.

Marketing, Social Media Content & Special Projects

  • Assist with social media, promotional campaigns, newsletters, and storytelling efforts.
  • Create content highlighting student experiences and opportunities.
  • Support special projects that advance Center priorities.

Other Duties as Assigned

  • Assist professional staff with additional initiatives and departmental priorities.
Expected Salary:

$15.00/hr

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or
professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Preferred:
  • Completed at least one academic year.
  • Fall & Spring, Spring to Fall consecutive semesters of employment. Availability for Summer is not required.
  • Federal Work Study students are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Experience in leadership, peer mentoring, orientation, student employment, or campus involvement.
  • Familiarity with UF resources and student support services.
  • Ability to support peers with empathy, professionalism and clarity.
  • Experience with public speaking, customer service, event planning, or outreach.
  • Techy savvy and knowledge of social media platforms.
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

 

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