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FWS - Office Assistant REMOTE

Role overview

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

Responsibilities

  • Assist with approving student accounts and providing general support in Handshake
  • Develop and distribute promotional materials to raise awareness of career services events
  • Assist with planning and execution of career-related events
  • Provide administrative support for daily operations of the Career Development Center

Key facts

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Hand Signals
  • Multitasking
  • Prioritization
  • Detail Oriented
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork

About the company

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Post University

Higher Education

Based in Waterbury, Connecticut, since 1890, Post University is known for its innovation and focus on providing every online and on-campus student an extraordinary educational experience with an unmatched level of personalized support. Among the first in the nation and the first in the State of Connecticut to offer full degrees online, Post fuels the personal aspirations and career goals of its students with inventive and robust learning technologies that deliver in-demand undergraduate and graduate degree programs, small class sizes, individual attention, and customizable degree concentrations. Respected for its Honors Program, NCAA Division II athletics, and pioneering role in online education for more than 20 years, Post University is licensed by the State of Connecticut through the Office of Higher Education and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The following degree programs offered by the Malcolm Baldrige School of Business are programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Associate of Science – Accounting, Marketing, Management; Bachelor of Science – Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, Sport Management; Master of Science – Accounting; Master of Business Administration (MBA). Post is ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report. Learn more about how Post Makes It Personal™ by visiting www.Post.edu. For useful consumer information go to http://post.edu/consumer-information.

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IndustryHigher Education
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Job Title: Office Assistant – Student Worker (Federal Work Study) REMOTE
Department: Career Development Center
Location: Remote – Utilizing Teams, Outlook, and more
Hours: 10 hours per week
Duration: Beginning in early September, until the end of the term. 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.
 • Assist Employer Relations teams with programming, outreach, and administration.
 • 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.


Additional Information
 • Part-time, temporary position (up to 20 hours per week) with possibility to extend to additional terms based on performance
 • Availability should include weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
 • Fully remote position

  • Approved for FWS (Federal Work Study)
  • This position is available for Post University Students only.
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Availability should include weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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