Position Title:Federal Work Study - Office of Public Relations 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 one of 28 institutions within 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. Serving nearly 13,000 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. 920,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology. Description:

The Office of Public Relations is in need of federal work-study students to assist with everyday operations within the office. We strive to maintain a professional and warm environment with a high level of polish associated with every interaction.

The federal work study student will report to the director of Public Relations and be supervised by the administrative assistant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performing clerical tasks such as copying, filing, word processing and data entry; answering telephone calls, resolving or routing appropriately; delivering documents and other items to appropriate offices and performing other related duties as assigned. Appropriate business casual attire is required.

Job summary/basic function: Students are awarded a federal work study position 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:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a Federal Work-Study Award and be in good academic standing
• Must be currently enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours
• Must be able to handle confidential information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Punctual
• Possess excellent organizational and time management skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications

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.

Position Status:Part-Time FLSA:Non-exempt