Federal Work-Study Student Worker- Center for Student Success

About the Role

The Center for Student Success is seeking friendly, dependable, and customer service-oriented Federal Work Study Student Workers to assist professional staff in supporting students, parents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors in a fast-paced office environment. This position is designed to provide meaningful work experience while developing communication, customer service, problem-solving, teamwork, and other professional workplace skills in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous and professional customer service to students, parents, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Assist students with navigating university websites and self-service resources.
• Route calls and visitors to the appropriate department when additional assistance is needed.
• Refer complex or sensitive questions to a Success Coach, Associate Director, or Director.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and University policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a currently enrolled LIU student.
• Must be awarded and eligible for the Federal Work-Study Program.
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in accordance with University and Federal Work-Study requirements.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, professional, and dependable.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

On-site training will be provided during the first week of employment.

Working Conditions

Student Workers will work in the Center for Student Success under the supervision of professional staff and assist with daily operations. Duties include answering telephones, assisting visitors, using a computer and office equipment, and providing customer service in a professional office environment.

Student Workers will be provided with the equipment and resources necessary to perform their assigned duties, including a computer, telephone/headset, and access to University systems required for the position.

Pay

New York State Minimum Wage