About the role#
Newell Hall is hiring a Student Assistant to support building operations and serve as an ambassador for the facility and the Reitz Union. This role involves maintaining the space, assisting visitors, and ensuring a professional environment for students and guests. You will work as part of a team to manage daily tasks and respond to building needs.
What you'll do#
- Greet visitors and provide directions or information about campus resources.
- Manage facility spaces, including checking out study materials and reporting maintenance concerns.
- Complete rounds to restock supplies and clean areas like tables and floors.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures for the building.
- Respond to emergency situations and building evacuations.
- Handle lost and found requests and write shift reports on daily activities.
- Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings, and evaluations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at the University of Florida as a degree-seeking student with at least 6 credit hours.
- A minimum 2.0 grade point average.
- Eligibility to work on campus.
- Ability to commit to at least 10 hours of work per week.
- Availability to work early morning, evening, and weekend shifts.
- Previous customer service experience is preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Dependability, professionalism, and punctuality.
- CPR and First Aid certification, or a willingness to obtain it.
Location & details#
- This position is located on the main campus in Gainesville, Florida.
- Work is on-site.
- Compensation is $15.00 per hour.
About University of Florida
The University of Florida is a public research university based in Gainesville. It operates as a land-grant institution with a focus on education, research, and innovation. Founded in 1853, the school serves as the oldest and largest university in the state. It maintains a diverse range of academic programs and employs over 31,000 staff members.
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