Job Details

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information

Business Title
Student Office Assistant

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be able to start immediately and work through the 2026 Summer Semester and 2026-2027 Fall Semester. A minimum of 10 hours per week is required.

Posting Number
20161723STD

Department Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the staff in the Transportation and Parking Services office to provide parking guidance through permit issuance, citation payment, and parking inquiries, issuing fleet rentals, and on-campus transportation inquiries. Main duties include welcoming and assisting faculty, staff, students, and visitors, answering telephone calls, corresponding to emails, and keeping the front desk clean and organized. Other duties of the Student Office Assistant include using available resources to direct guests, accurately and appropriately logging information, processing payments, and scanning, copying, and filing documents. Additional duties may be assigned as needed throughout the semester.

We offer an understanding environment that looks to assist students in their communication, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills while improving on their professional development.

Job Profile

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Provides administrative support in an office setting, including tasks such as answering phones and emails, responding to customer inquiries, writing communications, and supporting staff with day-to-day operations.

Level Summary

Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. Roles are entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

No budgetary responsibility.

Problem Solving:

Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.

Independence of Action:

Works under close supervision.

Communication and Collaboration:

Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled for classes at Ohio University, Hocking College, another post-secondary education institution, or a secondary school during the current semester, immediate previous semester, or immediate upcoming semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior office or customer service experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite programs

Call Center experience

Database experience

Working Condition/Physical Demands:

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Department
Transportation & Parking

Pay Rate

$11 an hour

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Posting Open Date
03/23/2026

Posting End Date
04/06/2026

Job Category
Student Hourly

Planning Unit
Vice President for Finance & Administration

Work Schedule

Hours are available between 7:15 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Campus
Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Annie Strickmaker, ...@ohio.edu, 740-###-####

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Employment Type
Part-Time

Job Level
STUDENT

Job Family
Student Hourly Employee

Job Sub Family
Student Office Assistant

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