Student Office Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position available for summer only, with potential to convert to federal work study position in the Fall if applicable. Federal work study eligibility is NOT required for summer.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Business Title

Student Office Assistant

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position available for summer only, with potential to convert to federal work study position in the Fall if applicable. Federal work study eligibility is NOT required for summer.

Posting Number

20161731STD

Department Summary

Duties Include: Retrieving material from the stacks, scanning and editing documents, and packaging items for shipping. Scans are completed from print materials and microform.

Job Profile

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Provides administrative support in an office setting, including tasks such as answering phones and emails, responding to customer inquiries, writing communications, and supporting staff with day-to-day operations.

Level Summary

Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

No budgetary responsibility.

Problem Solving:

Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.

Independence of Action:

Works under close supervision.

Communication and Collaboration:

Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Available for summer.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as a team

Working Condition/Physical Demands:

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Department

Library - Acquisitions

Pay Rate

$11.00 per hour

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Posting Open Date

04/20/2026

Posting End Date

05/03/2026

Job Category

Student Hourly

Planning Unit

Library

Work Schedule

Up to 30 hours / week, Monday – Friday between the hours of 7am – 3:30pm

Campus

Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.

Allison Weber, [email protected]

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Employment Type

Part-Time

Job Level

STUDENT

Job Family

Student Hourly Employee

Job Sub Family

Student Office Assistant

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you available to work during summer?
  • Yes
  • No