About the role#
This is a Federal Work Study position based at the Child Care Center at Olive-Harvey College. The program provides part-time employment to help students manage educational and living expenses while gaining professional experience within the college system.
What you'll do#
- Greet students, faculty, and staff at the reception desk.
- Handle general office tasks including filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry.
- Answer incoming phone calls and manage email correspondence.
- Assist staff with daily operations and various assigned projects.
- Research and communicate with students, staff, faculty, and external organizations.
- Maintain the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards at all times.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 16 years old with work permit consent and eligibility to work in the United States.
- Currently enrolled at a City College of Chicago with at least 6 semester hours of pre-credit or credit classes.
- Pursuing an approved degree, certificate, or educational credential.
- Maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA, unless you are a first-semester student.
- Must be in good academic standing with no restrictions.
- Hold a High School Diploma or be actively working toward a GED at City Colleges of Chicago.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and data entry.
- Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to act as a positive representative for the college.
- Note: You cannot be a current full-time or part-time employee of the City Colleges of Chicago.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, Federal Work Study.
- Pay: $17.05 per hour.
About City Colleges of Chicago
City Colleges of Chicago is a community college system based in Illinois. Founded in 1911, it operates seven colleges and five satellite sites throughout the city. The organization employs over 2,000 staff members and serves more than 80,000 students each year. Its operations include various academic institutions, child development centers, and a radio station.
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