Student Worker

About the role

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. Its 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems, with 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards. The St. John Paul II Newman Student Worker position is a privileged position for UIC students (undergraduate or graduate). While it isn’t required that the Student Workers be Catholic, they must represent both the Catholic faith and the Newman Center’s mission by helping create an atmosphere of hospitality and respect for anyone who walks into our space.

Responsibilities

• Welcome any Newman Center visitors and answer any of their questions
• Complete the Newman Center’s closing duty checklist, including cleaning, emptying trash, and locking doors
• Perform any administrative tasks given by the Newman Staff
• Help maintain security of the Newman Center by responding to and reporting any suspicious or inappropriate activity

Requirements

• Must be a currently enrolled UIC student (undergraduate or graduate)
• Must be over the age of 18
• Must be responsible and punctual
• Must be courteous, respectful, and friendly
• Must be diligent and willing to complete tasks thoroughly and completely

Schedule

• Mondays – 5pm‑7pm and 7pm‑9pm
• Tuesdays – 5pm‑7pm and 7pm‑9pm
• Wednesdays – 5pm‑7pm and 7pm‑9pm
• Thursdays – 5pm‑7pm and 7pm‑9pm
• Fridays – 4:30pm‑7pm

Pay

This position has an hourly rate of $17.35‑$18.68. An employee’s pay within the hourly range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.