Student Assistant - First-Generation Success Navigators

Classification Title:

STU AST NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Job Description:

Student Engagement & General Office Support

• Serve as a welcoming first point of contact for students, family and community members.
• Assist with student outreach, resource referrals, and front-line support.
• Support daily office operations, student communications, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintain resource materials and assist with data entry and tracking.

Workshops, Events & Outreach, Signature Programs

• Assist with planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of workshops, signature programs and outreach.
• Represent the Center at resource fairs and outreach events.
• Assist with event logistics, room setup, attendance tracking, and participant engagement.

Peer Leadership & Student Success Initiatives

• Serve as a peer role model for first-generation students.
• Support mentoring initiatives, leadership programs, and student success campaigns.
• Share student perspectives and identify emerging student needs.
• Peer to Peer Success Coaching.

Marketing, Social Media Content & Special Projects

• Assist with social media, promotional campaigns, newsletters, and storytelling efforts.
• Create content highlighting student experiences and opportunities.
• Support special projects that advance Center priorities.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Assist professional staff with additional initiatives and departmental priorities.

Expected Salary:

$15.00/hr

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at the University of Florida as an undergraduate, graduate or
professional student.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Ability to work 10–12 hours per week. We are open Mon-Fri, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to supporting student success and fostering community.
• Knowledge of UF campus student organizations and traditions.

Preferred:

• Completed at least one academic year.
• Fall & Spring, Spring to Fall consecutive semesters of employment. Availability for Summer is not required.
• Federal Work Study students are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience in leadership, peer mentoring, orientation, student employment, or campus involvement.
• Familiarity with UF resources and student support services.
• Ability to support peers with empathy, professionalism and clarity.
• Experience with public speaking, customer service, event planning, or outreach.
• Techy savvy and knowledge of social media platforms.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No