About the role#
The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice is looking for a student assistant to support faculty, students, and departmental programs. This role offers professional experience while helping with daily operations and events.
What you'll do#
- Provide general administrative and clerical support.
- Create and distribute flyers, promotional materials, logos, and merchandise.
- Assist with social media, communications, and website updates.
- Support department events, student activities, and recruitment initiatives.
- Help faculty with special projects and perform basic data entry.
- Maintain bulletin boards and departmental displays.
- Organize and maintain the CCJ Student Lounge and Research Library.
- Handle other department-related duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at Saint Xavier University.
- Federal Work-Study eligibility.
- Declared major in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
- Interest in criminology, criminal justice, social justice, or related fields.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Photoshop, or Canva.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity and artistic ability.
- Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and manage multiple tasks.
- Reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student or departmental information.
- Submission of a resume and cover letter.
Location & details#
- Location: 3700 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $17.05 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About Saint Xavier University
Saint Xavier University is a Catholic institution based in Chicago. Founded in 1846, it is the oldest college in the city. The university serves 4,000 students across two campuses. It offers over 40 undergraduate programs and nearly 30 graduate degrees.
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