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Job description
Federal Work Study – Harry Truman Campus – Vice President Office
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally‑funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part‑time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages toward educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off‑campus locations.
General Responsibilities
Answers calls and takes messages or redirects calls to appropriate personnel.
Assists staff in the day‑to‑day functions of the Office.
Provides general office support including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Proficient knowledge in Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be 16 years or older, have work permit consent, and be eligible to work in the United States
Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit semester hours
Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
Applicants must not be current full‑time or part‑time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
All positions are “employment at‑will”
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago
Effective organizational skills and multi‑tasking abilities
Knowledge of social media platforms preferred
Working knowledge of camera, iPad, and other office devices preferred
Remain professional whenever representing or conducting Truman business, both on and off campus
Knowledge of City Colleges of Chicago
Experience with Microsoft Office programs
Excellent oral communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Ability to relate to students from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds
The salary is: $17.00/hour. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.
City Colleges of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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