Student Worker (Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week)
Student Worker (Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week)
Department: Admissions/Advising
Reports To: Josh Powell, Assistant Admissions Director
Natasha Mitchell, Assistant Director of Success
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Hours: Up to 20 hours per week
Position Summary
The Student Worker provides general administrative and departmental support to the Admissions and Advising Departments. This role assists with daily operations, customer service, project coordination, and routine office tasks that contribute to an efficient and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Greet visitors, answer phones, respond to inquiries, and provide excellent customer service.
· Assist with filing, scanning, copying, and maintaining organized office records.
· Support department events, meetings, and special projects as assigned.
· Perform data entry, update spreadsheets, and maintain accurate information.
· Assist with campus tours for prospective students.
· Run errands on campus as needed (mail delivery, document drop-offs, etc.).
· Ensure students have completed all necessary steps to start classes (e.g. housing application, registered for classes, financial aid file complete, transcripts received, etc.).
· Maintain confidentiality of all student, personnel, and university information.
· Follow all university policies, procedures, and departmental guidelines.
Required:
· Must be an actively enrolled student in good academic standing.
· Ability to work up to 20 hours per week while balancing academic responsibilities.
· Take a minimum of two online courses (6 credit-hours) for 2026 Summer Term.
· Strong communication and customer service skills.
· Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
· Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and work independently when needed.
· Professional demeanor and reliable attendance.
Compensation:
· Free housing in one of the Magnolia dormitories for the duration of employment.
Term of employment:
· Employment begins the May 4 after spring graduation and ends July 31.
Physical Requirements
· Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally (supplies, event materials).
· Ability to sit, stand, and walk for short periods.
· Ability to use standard office equipment.
Work Environment
· Typical office environment within a university setting.
· Interaction with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.
Please complete the application at https://apply.appone.com/job/691ca73c987e4c3d1f1418d6.
For questions regarding the submission of application materials, please email Anna Benefield, Human Resources Administrator, at abenefield@thomasu.edu.
For questions regarding the position, please email Josh Powell, Assistant Admissions Director, at jpowell@thomasu.edu or Natasha Mitchell, Assistant Director of Success, at nmitchell@thomasu.edu.
