Student Aide - Business and Social Science

General Functions: 

• Provide general office assistance as determined by the Business and Social Sciences division


• Answer phones


• Greet visitors and students at front desk


• Assist students, faculty and staff with daily tasks and special projects


• Perform other office duties as needed

Job Description 

General Functions: 

• Provide general office assistance as determined by the Business and Social Sciences division


• Answer phones


• Greet visitors and students at front desk


• Assist students, faculty and staff with daily tasks and special projects


• Perform other office duties as needed

Responsibilities 

General Functions: 

• Reception  


• Answer phones 


• Greet visitors 


• Special projects 


• Assist faculty/staff/students, 


• Schedule appointments  


• Check-in/intake of students 


• Make copies 


• Data entry 


• Give directions 

Schedule Information:

Work schedule will be determined based on student's availability. Must have some availability to work during the following weekday hours:

Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Maximum hours per week:  20 hours

Qualifications 

Education Requirements:

In order to apply for this position, you must be a current Harper College student and registered for a minimum of 6 credit hours for each semester (fall/spring) you are working. For the summer session, student aides must be registered for at least 3 credit hours in summer or at least 6 credit hours for the following fall semester. Be eligible for English 097 or higher 

Experience Requirements:

Some general office or customer service experience preferably in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual students are always needed but this is not a requirement of the job.

Special Notes:

*A resume is requested and may be directly attached to your application, however, this is not required.

*A cover letter may be directly attached to your application; however, this is optional.

*Please be sure to update your application each semester to reflect your new availability.

*Employment is contingent upon a Criminal Background Check.

*Employment sponsorship is not available

Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an inclusive learning and working environment where individual differences and identities are respected, valued and embraced. We encourage women, people from historically underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

We are Harper College…the college in your community. 

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago. 

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs. 

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at: 

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php