Alumni & Career Services Student Employee

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

CMU Alumni &

Career Services

Student Team Member Job Description

Our Culture

Career Services empowers students and alumni to achieve their career goals by providing comprehensive resources, personalized guidance, and meaningful opportunities. Through career exploration, workshops, fairs, and on-campus employer visits, we foster an environment where students can actively shape their career paths. We also collaborate with employers to build strong connections with the campus community, helping them meet their recruitment needs and hiring goals

Opportunity

Develop and strengthen your customer service skills
Become a resource for students regarding how to navigate and understand all aspects of Career Services
Understand and reflect on your own career development and journey 
 

Job Responsibilities

As a student employee, you will be expected to fulfill a year commitment, primarily assisting with:

Engaging in all aspects of working at the front desk of the Career Center
Accepting tasks and projects, as assigned, including Alumni & Career Services event assistance
Manage the CMU Business Closet at all locations, accepting donations and sorting/bagging items
Assisting the Alumni & Career Services staff with ACS events (including set-up and tear-down)
Ensuring office is well organized, clean, and maintained
Updating information packets, providing a high-level of attention to detail
Answering the Career Services phone politely and professionally
Providing friendly customer service to students, alumni, and employers, and be knowledgeable of campus/community resources
Assisting with checking and responding to the Career Services main email account
Assisting students with the operation of Handshake and other ACS resources
Making appointments for Career Services professional staff utilizing Handshake appointment’s function and Microsoft Outlook calendar
Performing accurate and detailed data entry, when needed
 

Training

ACS Student Team Members are considered an essential part of Alumni & Career Services and will be required to attend training sessions at the beginning of the semester, as well as scheduled team meetings. 

Qualifications

Have an interest in helping other college students
Demonstrate excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication
Be able to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems
Must be reliable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented
Be outgoing and energetic and have excellent customer service skills (in person and over the phone)
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Maintain professional behavior and dress appropriately (business casual)
Maintain a high level of confidentiality of student information
Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with a team of professionals and other students
Be a current undergraduate CMU student in good academic standing
 

Compensation

Work Study or MAVworks award required; to verify your award status, view the “Financial Aid Offers” link in your MAVzone
Students will start at an hourly rate of $15.16
 

To Apply & Questions

Submit a professional resume and cover letter to Handshake.

For questions about the application process or position, please email Brendan Ryan (bmryan@coloradomesa.edu)

For more information about the Alumni & Career Services office, visit our website: http://www.coloradomesa.edu/career

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. 

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter (Optional)

• Resume