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Title: Summer Student Worker in University College/Academic Support Communities
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Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Julia N Visor Academic Center

Job Summary

The University College/Visor Center Summer Student Worker in Academic Support Communities will support and execute the programs and services of University College and the Julia N. Visor Academic Center. During the summer, the Julia N. Visor Academic Center consists of 7 professional staff, and 1 student worker. While each staff member has specific programming responsibilities, the center operates as a team, and therefore, student workers assist with a diverse mix of programmatic responsibilities. This position involves direct student contact in a one-on-one environment. In executing the duties of this position, the student worker supports the goals and objectives of University College.

In collaboration with senior full-time staff, the Academic Support Communities Student Worker will provide academic support for the SOAR Scholars program through the following:
1. Develop Fall and Spring orientation sessions
2. Complete pre-work for SOAR-specific content workshops (i.e., research on topics, themes, learning outcomes)
3. Online communication schedule for SOAR Scholars program
4. Assist in strengthening SOAR's programmatic framework and engagement opportunities/requirements
5. Develop a digital SOAR resource manual
6. Create modules and other materials for the SOAR Canvas site
7. Outline the SOAR faculty/staff and mentorship programs
8. Review and synthesize SOAR-specific data (retention, program engagement, etc.)
9. Support the curriculum development for the SOAR IDS 128 section
10.Facilitate Preview conference sessions and virtual workshop sessions for SOAR students
11. Participate in the SOAR Scholar interviews

In addition to the above duties, Student Workers will have specific programmatic responsibilities in one of the the following areas:
1. Assist in the coordination and programming of the academic services programs of University College
2. Utilize best practices in teaching and learning to assist students in their academic journey
3. Assist in building SOAR Scholar outreach and support model
4. Research and design strategies for First Year Student success
5. Review/update programmatic documentation
6. Other duties as assigned or discussed with supervisor

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.  More information can be found here.

Pay Rate

$19.00/hour

Work Hours

Summer 2025: May 20, 2025-June 30, 2025; 27 hours per week; Monday-Friday with some evening and weekend hours required

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:

- Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

May 20, 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume

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Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

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