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Syracuse, NY Posted:

Sep 3, 2026

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Open Until Filled Type:

Other Position ID:

204456

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Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.

Job Description:

This is a Federal Work Study (FWS) position The Native/Indigenous Admissions Specialist will support the Office of Admissions in promoting Onondaga Community College to prospective Native/Indigenous students and families. The role is ideal for a student who is passionate about higher education, enjoys engaging with people, and wants hands-on experience and recruitment processes.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in planning campus tours, open houses, Center for Native/Indigenous Students Tours, OCC Haudenosaunee Arts Fest and other recruitment events. Serve as a tour guide and along with Native/Indigenous Admissions Coordinator provide campus tours to prospective Native/Indigenous Students and families. Assist in responding to prospective student inquiries via email, phone and in person. Support data entry filing, and other administrative tasks related to prospective student records. Help prepare admission materials such as packets, brochures and mailings. Contribute to social media and digital outreach methods. Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must have a valid FAFSA on file Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA Must be matriculated into a program Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours) Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program

Additional Information:

Pay Rate:

Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies. Starting rate of $17.00 for returning

Federal Work Studies Hours of Operations:

Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS)

Position:

Visits OCC's Work-Study Page Review the Work- Study Checklist & complete and submit the Work Study Interest Form Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session. Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.

Application Instructions:

To be considered, please submit a resume and provide the days and times you are available to work. If you need assistance creating a resume, please contact the Career Services Center at: 315-498-2585 For additional questions, please email: hr@sunyocc.edu Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by