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FWS - Office Assistant – Student Worker

@ Post University
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
$17/hrOnsitePart Time, Temporary
Responsibilities:approving accounts, planning events, conducting outreach
Requirements Summary:Must be a Post University student; strong written and verbal communication; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Handshake; Canva experience preferred; availability weekdays 9:00–17:00; approved for Federal Work-Study.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Handshake, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva
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Job Description

Job Title: Office Assistant – Student Worker 

Department: Career Development Center 

Location: Post University, Waterbury, CT – In-Person Role 

Hours: 20 hours per week 

Duration: Summer – June 2026 through August 23rd 2026 and possibility to extend based on performance

Pay Rate: $16.94 per hour

Position Overview

The Career Development Center is seeking a motivated and organized student worker to assist with various tasks and initiatives during the summer. This position provides hands-on experience in career services, event planning, outreach, and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with approving student accounts and providing general support in Handshake, Post University’s career services platform.
  • Develop and distribute promotional materials (flyers, posters) to raise awareness of career services events and resources.
  • Assist with planning and execution of career-related events, including workshops, career fairs, and employer networking events.
  • Conduct outreach to students and alumni to promote participation in the First Destination Survey.
  • Provide administrative support for daily operations of the Career Development Center.
  • Collaborate with the team on special projects and initiatives to improve career services for students.
  • Provide front-facing customer service by greeting visitors, assisting with requests, and helping students navigate Career Development Center resources.
  • Additional related responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Must be a student at Post University
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Experience using Canva and designing flyers/posters preferred.
  • Familiarity with Handshake or similar databases is a plus.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Approved for FWS (Federal Work Study)

Additional Information

  • Part-time, temporary summer position (up to 20 hours per week) with possibility to extend to Fall and Spring term based on performance
  • Availability should include weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
  • Fully in-person position.
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Availability should include weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.