Student Employment Specialist

Salary/Position Classification

• $48,000 - $50,000 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.

Purpose of Position

As the Student Employment Specialist, you'll be the bridge between students seeking meaningful on-campus work opportunities and departments looking for talented student employees. You'll play a vital role in administering Federal Work Study programs, developing recruitment strategies, and ensuring students have access to employment that enhances their educational experience while maintaining academic success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage a robust Federal Work Study program and ensure compliance with Department of Education guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Monthly billing to designated off campus agencies
• Oversee our student job listing website and approve employment opportunities
• Review payroll forms from all departments and make corrections if necessary; approve all student employee hires and terminations in Human Resource Management System
• Provide training and guidance to both supervisors and students on employment policies and best practices
• Conduct engaging outreach and training sessions across campus
• Assist departments and advise student employees regarding questions about payroll forms; hiring, keeping records, increasing student's wages, student earning potential, etc.
• Maintain various student audits to ensure students are not working over 20 hours or during scheduled class times.
• Lead our Student Employment Advisory Board to continuously improve programs
• Coordinate off-campus employment opportunities through our Job Location and Development Program
• Schedule, plan, and market Student Employment events
• Supervise up to 3 student employees.
• Other duties as designed to support the mission of UND and the department.

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem solve, and multi-task in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to be receptive to new ideas, cultures, concepts, and technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to demonstrate positive interactions with students and colleagues in the workplace.
• Demonstrated acceptance and respect for others' diversity, abilities, and gifts.
• Ability to model professional behavior, appearance, and job performance in the workplace
• Ability to interpret and explain complex regulations and policies to a diverse audience, both in one-on-one sessions and group settings.
• Outgoing personality and ability to display positive demeanor, high energy and enthusiasm.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain customer confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Experience working with a team/committee.
• Work experience which demonstrates self-initiative, integrity and reliability.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering excellent service to students, families, and both on- and off-campus constituents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of directly related experience.
• Two years of experience working with staff or student recruitment.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook with extensive Excel experience.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience in Financial Aid, Payroll, or Human Resources.
• Supervising experience.
• Experience working with UND Human Resources and Payroll processes.
• Experience with continuous improvement strategies and tools.
• Two years of experience in a university setting.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Student Admin module, Human Resources module, and Perceptive Content.
• Experience with UND policies and procedures.
• One year of experience with Title IV regulations.