Student Assistant - Honors Program

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Velma Fudge Grant Honors Program is seeking dependable, professional, and customer-service-oriented student assistants to support the daily operations of the Honors Program office, student lounge, and computer lab. Student assistants will assist staff with administrative duties, provide excellent customer service to students and visitors, maintain organized workspaces, and contribute to a welcoming and professional environment.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.
• Greet visitors and assist with general office inquiries.
• Assist with filing, copying, scanning, data entry, and document preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and office information.
• Assist with Honors Program events and special projects.
• Stock office and lounge supplies as needed.
• Organize office supplies, inventory, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Keep the Honors Student Lounge and Computer Lab clean, neat, and organized throughout each shift.
• Ensure printers remain stocked with paper and report equipment issues promptly.
• Perform routine cleanliness and organization checks of assigned areas.
• Assist with assembling packets, mailings, and promotional materials.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at Albany State University.
• Must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous office or customer service experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Familiarity with office equipment, including printers, scanners, and copiers.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.