Federal Work Study - Office Assistant (Early Outreach Program)

Hiring Salary Range

$ hour

Not Eligible for Benefits

This is a part-time, temporary position not eligible for benefits.

Work Schedule

Maricopa Summary

Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year?

Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $ billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States?

Whether you’re teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges!

About Us

• Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance
• One of the largest community college systems in the country
• 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient
• Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes
• 2019 No. 42 in Arizona’s Best Employers

Campus Statement

GateWay Community College is a Hispanic Serving Institution with one of the most diverse
student bodies in the Maricopa Community College district. Over 50% of our students indicate
Hispanic heritage, 70% identify as Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and better than
half of the student population represents more than 40 countries. GateWay is a College of Well-
Being, committed to cultivating an environment of meaningful learning, engagement and
connection.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who reflect, and demonstrate sensitivity to and
understanding of, the diverse communities and populations that make Arizona a rich and
vibrant place to live and work. When you join the team at GateWay, you can expect to be part
of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as
a matter of social justice built on broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and
community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at GateWay, you are strongly
encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Vision, Mission, Goals, and Core
Values of Character, Care, Connection, Contribution and Career.

GateWay Community College is seeking to attract candidates who want to help us continue
building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all
students, staff, and faculty to thrive. GateWay Community College understands that diversity is
integral to excellence. We honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create
welcoming, inclusive, respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity,
justice and well-being for all.

Job Summary

This position will collaboratively offer support and guidance to students that come into the Early Outreach Office. Job duties will include:

• Connects students to the campus and support resources that increase retention and success.
• Will act as the first point of contact, greet visitors, answer the phone, monitor/respond to office emails, and provide relevant information and assistance regarding the Early Outreach programs and other campus resources.
• Will handle records processing activities, and data entry of information into reports, databases, etc.
• Demonstrates a commitment to service excellence, student success/access, and appreciation of diversity and inclusion.

Additional Information

In order to qualify for a Federal Work-Study (FWS) job, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file for the current award year and have eligible financial needs based on the college requirements. Please for more information prior to applying to a Federal Work-Study job.

• FWS is a need-based, federally funded program.
• FWS requires the completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and confirmation of federal work-study eligibility as determined by the financial aid office.
• FWS does not directly pay for tuition, and funds are only available to eligible students attending a minimum of six (6) degree applicable hours in a federal student aid eligible program.
• The FWS award amount is based on your FAFSA results and college funding availability, which will determine the number of hours available to work while supporting the students academic goals.
• For more detailed information, please go to the .

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a GateWay Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility.

Desired Qualifications

• Customer service experience
• Effective interpersonal skills and written communication skills
• Experience working with computer software applications such as Microsoft Office & Google Suite, and internet application
• Bilingual desired but not required