Leadership Development & Outreach Student Assistant

University of Florida
  • Gainesville, FL
  • $14 Per Hour
8 days ago

Job Description

The Leadership Development & Outreach Student Assistant supports the mission of the David and Wanda Brown Center for Leadership & Service (BCLS) by expanding awareness of leadership opportunities and strengthening student engagement with BCLS programs and resources. This position focuses on leadership education, communications, outreach, and program support initiatives that help students explore leadership development pathways. The Student Assistant collaborates with professional staff to develop leadership resources, support program promotion, assist with outreach efforts, and contribute to educational programming aligned with BCLS leadership competencies.
Classification Title:

Student Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:
  • Current University of Florida student.
  • Commit to working 12.5 hours per week.
  • Commit to at least two semesters in the role.
  • Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Have experience or interest in leadership development, communications, outreach, or student engagement.
  •  Federal Work Study students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Description:

Leadership Development Resources
Assist with the development of leadership resources, guides, toolkits, workshops, learning modules, and educational content aligned with BCLS leadership competencies for undergraduate student experiences.

Outreach, Presentations, and Student Engagement 
Promote BCLS during campus and community events, classroom presentations, and student organization outreach. Assist with strategic outreach initiatives to increase awareness and participation in BCLS programs.

Social Media & Digital Engagement
Gathering social media content and digital communications highlighting leadership tips, program opportunities, and student engagement stories. Assist with graphics, videos, and educational posts that make leadership concepts accessible to students.

Program, Event, and Administrative Support 
Provide logistical support for workshops, trainings, and outreach activities; assist with event promotion and participant engagement; track outreach activities, engagement metrics, and program participation; and support additional projects that advance BCLS goals.

Expected Salary:

$14/hour (increase September 2026 to $15/hour)

Required Qualifications:

•Current University of Florida student.
• Commit to working 12.5 hours per week.
• Commit to at least two semesters in the role.
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have experience or interest in leadership development, communications, outreach, or student engagement.
• Federal Work Study students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred:
  • Experience with public speaking, presentations, or facilitating workshops.
  • Experience with outreach, marketing, graphic design, or digital content creation.
  • Interest in leadership education, student development, or student affairs.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

 

Numbers & Facts

LocationGainesville, FL

Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Content Developmentunmatched
  • Graphic Designunmatched
  • Graphicsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Marketingunmatched
  • Metricsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Promotional Programsunmatched
  • Social Mediaunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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