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Harold Washington College- Federal Work Study Student- Office Assistant

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City Colleges of Chicago

Sep 20

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be 16+, enrolled in at least 6 credit hours, maintain a 2.0 GPA, and have strong communication skills while handling confidential information professionally.
  • You will pick up copies, run errands, retrieve mail and supplies, and perform other assigned tasks, while adhering to your specified schedule.

Requirements

  • Eligibility Requirements:
  • Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
  • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
  • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
  • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
  • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
  • Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
  • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
  • All positions are “employment at-will”
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to follow detailed directions and communicate within a professional team environment.
  • Ability to responsibly follow time schedule.
  • Ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
  • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for tasks related to picking up xerox copies, running departmental errands, and retrieval of departmental mail and supplies.
  • Must be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am-11am, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-12pm, and Fridays 12:30pm-4pm.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the role of the Office Assistant in the English Department at Harold Washington College?

The Office Assistant is responsible for tasks such as picking up xerox copies, running departmental errands, and retrieving departmental mail and supplies.

What are the required work hours for this position?

Applicants must be available Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am-11am, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9am-12pm, and Fridays from 12:30pm-4pm.

What are the eligibility requirements to apply for this Federal Work Study position?

Applicants must be 16 years or older, eligible to work in the United States, actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago, enrolled in at least 6 semester hours of classes, pursuing an approved educational credential, have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students), be in “good standing,” and not be current employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.

Are there any specific qualifications needed for this position?

Yes, candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to follow detailed directions, handle confidential information discreetly, and promote a positive public image as representatives of City Colleges of Chicago.

Is this position an at-will employment?

Yes, all positions, including this one, are considered “employment at-will.”

Does this position require any prior experience?

While prior experience is not explicitly stated, strong communication skills and professionalism are essential for the role, suggesting that relevant experience may be beneficial.

Is this position part of a Federal Work Study program?

Yes, this job is part of the Federal Work Study Program, which provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students to assist with their financial needs.

How can I apply for this position?

Interested applicants should refer to the City Colleges of Chicago application process, typically available on their official website or through the Harold Washington College resources.

Can international students apply for this position?

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; therefore, international students would need to have the proper work permits to be considered.

What does being in "good standing" mean?

Being in "good standing" means that the applicant does not have any academic restrictions or issues with City Colleges of Chicago.

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City Colleges of Chicago is the largest community colleges system in Illinois and one of the largest in the nation, with over 4,000 faculty members and staff serving more than more than 80,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites. With locations across the City of Chicago, the seven colleges include Richard J. Daley College, Harold Washington College, Kennedy-King College, Malcolm X College, Olive-Harvey College, Harry S Truman College and Wilbur Wright College. CCC also oversees the award-winning Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute, the French Pastry School, the Parrot Cage Restaurant at South Shore Cultural Center, the Sikia Banquet Facility, five Child Development Centers, the Center for Distance Learning, the Workforce Academy and radio station WKKC FM 89.3.