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Student Center Assistant (Part Time) Kirkwood Community College

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2 Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Part-time $11.59 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Visitor query response Some college Event breakdown Microsoft Excel Moving Answering guest questions Microphones Internal employee customer service Event audio-visual coordination Front desk Fabric folding Laundry folding Event setup Productivity software Event customer service Entry level Event activities coordination Full Job Description

JOB GOAL

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, Student Center Assistants will help the Student Life department in overseeing Iowa Hall including the hours outside of normal business operations. These students will also assist in setup of events and space for non-Student Life related events within the student center including the setup and teardown of tables/chairs in various spaces. Students will assist with support of directions and wayfinding throughout the building, and work behind the scenes to ensure successful events and activities. Home base for these students will beat the Kirkwood Information Desk where students will help answer general questions and support with directions and basic services. As a student position, applicants must be enrolled in a credit program at Kirkwood Community College. Most shifts will be from 5 pm to 10 pm, Monday through Thursday. Neither work-study eligibility nor a work-study award guarantees a work-study position. All work-study jobs will go through the proper hiring process.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES

Advocate for Continual Improvement

• empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. Collaborate with Mutual Accountability
• working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. Champion Service
• anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. Perseverance
• commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. Lead
• regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with setup/teardown of events throughout the student center including tables, chairs, and other related items. Assist students, employees and visitors of the college at the Information Desk on a variety of tasks and responsibilities, including providing directions and wayfinding to specific departments within the building and other areas of campus. Perform routine building checks throughout Iowa Hall. Be the main point of contact during events outside of Kirkwood business hours. Must be able to trouble shoot issues that arise during events. Be willing to learn and have an understanding of the Audio and Visual workings throughout the buildings including lights, microphones, projectors and other. Be willing to learn and operate Student Life check-in system (PEAK) to help track student attendance at events. Work behind the scenes to prepare for and organize each event or activity. This includes folding t-shirts, organizing prizes for events, or similar duties. Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated and energetic with the ability to meet and deal effectively with students, guests, faculty & staff and the community we serve. Work efficiently and effectively in an environment that is constantly changing depending on the day or specific event taking place. Possess strong multi-tasking skills and have the ability to work on several different projects or event setups within one day or work shift. Have a willingness to work during a variety of hours, including nights and weekends as needed. Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) work on a computer. Frequent (34-66%) moving, setting up tables & chairs. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a registered student Must be eligible for federal work-study

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

: Proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn other programs as needed.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695

FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339

Email:

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WHY KIRKWOOD

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.