Position Title:Federal Work-Study Student- Office of Internationalization/Study Abroad Job Category:Student Department:Federal Work Study Program - 7510180 Division:Academic Affairs Required Documents:Class Schedule, Cover Letter, Resume Position Statement:

Founded in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is the 31st member of the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century liberal arts institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. With a current enrollment of over 12,000 students, enrollment is projected to exceed 13,000 students in 2017, including both residential and commuter students. GGC’s innovative practices, caring culture, and extremely affordable tuition are changing the game in higher education and changing the future for students at all levels, of all ages, and from all walks of life. Gwinnett County (pop. 850,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology.

Description:The Office of Internationalization (IZN) provides leadership in comprehensive internationalization. Its programs are continuously evolving and are strategically designed to be interdisciplinary in nature to support the global learning objectives of Georgia Gwinnett College, which aims to enable students to gain foreign language proficiency, global competence, leadership skills and a background in undergraduate research. IZN manages all aspects of study abroad, international exchange agreements, international student recruitment & support services and other international program innovations.

Duties include:

Assisting with office student intake, campus events, student tours, international program reports, file maintenance, database management, mailing correspondence, faxing and copying documents and assisting office professional staff with special projects as needed.

Job Summary/Basic Function: Student is awarded on a per semester basis and the length of employment is determined by the discretion of the hiring manager. The rate of pay is $8.25/hour up to the Federal Work-Study award.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: Must have a Federal Work-Study award and be in good academic standing; must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours and be able to handle confidential information. Student will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, advanced computer skills and the use of office equipment (fax machine, copier, and printer). Proficiency in a foreign language and interest in international programs are a plus.

Position Disclosure:

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and credit check if applicable to the position, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

Physical Requirements

Position may require local travel. Ability to lift and carry files and materials. Ability to move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to interact with people in person, on the phone and in writing. Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Work Hours:No more than 25 hours per week. Position may require non-standard work hours (nights and weekends). Position Status:Part-Time FLSA:Non-exempt