Student Services Assistant - 526218

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $16.63 - Midpoint: $19.95 (Hourly N3)

Department/Organization: 200521 - English Language Institute

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Note to Applicants: The start date of this appointment is June 2, 2025. Based on the availability of the final candidate, the start date could be as early as May 19, 2025.

Job Summary: The Student Services Assistant aids in a variety of activities associated with student services for a department or college.

Additional Department Summary: Serves as the primary clerical support for the English Language Institute (ELI). Acts as the first point of contact for visitors to the ELI, in person, by phone, and by email. Coordinates student services at the ELI, which including processing applications, coordinating arrivals/settling in of new students, planning/advertising student trips/activities, and serving as a liaison with various UA offices including, but not limited to, Housing, Student Account Services, and ACTion Card. Provides support to current ELI students regarding day-to-day questions and concerns.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must be available to work some evenings and weekends. Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to work with a student population. Demonstrated ability to type. Skilled in operating Word processing equipment. Knowledge of administrative/office procedures and filing systems. Effective communication skills. Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster