Federal Work Study - Student Assistant (Receptionist) University of Florida - 4.2 Gainesville, FL Job Details Part-time $15 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Visitor query response Microsoft Outlook Copy machines Mail distribution Scanning Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Meeting scheduling Digitization Fax machines Mail management Document imaging Mail processing Faxing Communication skills Entry level Office phone management Marketing collateral creation Full Job Description Job no: 541720 Work type:

Student Ast Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories:

Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support Department:

60210000 - AG-SOIL

AND WATER SCIENCE

Classification Title:

STU AST -

Clerical & Admin Classification Minimum Requirements:

The Department of Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences (SWES) is seeking one (1) Federal Work Study students who are eligible to work beginning Spring 2027. These positions will provide clerical and front desk support to the department's main administrative office in McCarty Hall A. Applicants must be able to commit to work 10-20 hours per week and be dependable, detail-orientated, and exhibit professionalism.

PLEASE NOTE

Soil, Water, and Ecosystem Sciences Majors/Minors and IS:

EMANR majors are not eligible for these positions. Acts as SWES receptionist, answers all incoming calls, transferring and taking messages as needed. Handles incoming and outgoing mail and package deliveries. Manages department mailboxes. Makes copies, scans, and sends faxes, digitizes documents as needed. Maintains reservation calendars for two (2) departmental conference rooms. Issuing parking permits, tracking usage and returns. Straightens and maintains front office and common areas throughout the day. Monitors department office supplies. Provides general information and guidance to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors. Helps create promotional materials. Assists with other front office/clerical duties as assigned by Office Manager and Administrative Support Assistant.

Work Schedule:

Applicants are preferred to work 15-20 hours per week. Our operating hours are from 8:30am-5:00pm. Shifts are scheduled around course schedules.

Expected Salary:

$15 per hour; commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study Must be in good academic and conduct standing with the University of Florida Willingness to make a commitment of 10 hours a week, for at least 2 consecutive semesters.

Preferred:

Computer skills; Proficient in use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience with MyUFL modules. Successful completion of the required FERPA training. Special Instructions to

Applicants:

In order to be considered, please upload a copy of your resume, three (3) references, and your Spring 2027 schedule of classes of list of available schedule to work. Students seeking FWS employment should print/screenshot a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility. To locate your Financial Aid Award Page, go to https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear Preference will be given to applications submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

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14 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time