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Student Career Advocate (Work Study) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Include a Resume, Cover Letter and list of References in your application. Posting Details Position Information Job Title Student Career Advocate (Work Study) General Description Student Career Advocates (SCA’s) assist in the daily operations of the Center for Career & Professional Development. SCA’s connect with fellow students to help them grow professionally. SCA’s lead presentations, meet with students, edit documents such as resumes and cover letters, interact with employers looking to hire SFA students and more. This position is for Work Study eligible students only. Job Duties Provides office assistance to the department by completing routine clerical duties and responsibilities Corresponds to various internal and external inquires by managing emails, multiple-line phone system, and in-person requests. Provide clear and effective customer service and communication with a variety of audiences Assists in the preparation, marketing and implementation of departmental programs and activities including special events, workshops, resource tables, presentations, Career Closet, and other activities as needed Receive training on and complete professional document critiques and edits through online submissions and in-person appointments Manage Handshake, an online career platform, for student, employer and departmental accounts Help coordinate, prepare and execute career fairs Lead presentations on student professional development Work in a team environment to accomplish departmental goals and expectations Complete required trainings as assigned Performs other related duties as assigned Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Mature, trustworthy, responsible, motivated, cheerful and dependable worker Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public Ability to understand and follow procedures and directions Can work independently and collectively Desire to take initiative and accomplish goals and expectations Manage multiple tasks, problem solve, be flexible and learn quickly Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files Knowledge of professional telephone and email etiquette Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software Strong communication and listening skills Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and must be in good standing with the university Required Qualifications The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. Preferred Qualifications Strong customer service attitude and experience Presentation or teaching experience Desire to help others Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester. Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant. Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Detail Information Posting Number SA2024-050 Number of Vacancies 2 Posting Open Date 02/27/2024 Review Start Date 03/01/2024 Posting Close Date Work Schedule Position will typically work hours between 8am-5pm, Monday – Friday averaging a total of 20 hours/week. Special events may require additional work hours. Min Pay Rate $7.25/hr Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Include a Resume, Cover Letter and list of References in your application. EEO Statement Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304. Posting Quick Link Department Information Department Center for Career & Professional Development Contact Name April Place Contact Phone 936-468-3305 Contact Email april.place@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Are you eligible for Work Study? Yes No When are you available to start work? (Open Ended Question) Which of the following best represents your current student classification? Entering freshman Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Graduate Student Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents

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