College Work Study First Year Experience Assistant

  • $16.08 Per Hour

Highlights

Knowledge of Macomb systems like Canvas/MyMacomb •Knowledge of the Macomb community •Strong Customer Service skills •Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with colleagues, students, clients, and external constituents •Ability to operate various office technology (phones, computer, etc) •Ability to assist students in troubleshooting •Ability to follow instructions, manage multiple tasks, and work independently when needed. *If your response is no, please copy this link in your browser, fill out a work study request form, and upload to your financial aid documents in My Macomb: https://my.macomb.edu/page/2656?SearchId=671563 .

Numbers & Facts

LocationMI

Description

College Work Study First Year Experience Assistant

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Campus - To be determined by department, MI

Job Type

College Work Study Student

Job Number

202301316

Department

VP of Student Services

Division

VP of Student Services

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NBU - CWS

Salary Range

$16.08 per hour

Position Level

N/A

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions

WORKING CONDITIONS: Flexible hours based on college needs. Travel between campuses as needed. Must be able to manipulate various pieces of technology. Prolonged periods of sitting. Must be able to lift and carry 25lbs or more and bend and stand for prolonged periods of time. HOURS: Work hours will be based on college work-study funding. Scheduled work hours may not conflict with class hours. Position terminates at end of semester or when award is exhausted. *For work study, hours cannot exceed 29 hours per week for a technical position, and 20 hours per week for a clerical position. Work hours will be based on college work-study funding. Scheduled work hours may not conflict with class hours. Position terminates at end of semester or when award is exhausted.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of Macomb systems like Canvas/MyMacomb •Knowledge of the Macomb community •Strong Customer Service skills •Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with colleagues, students, clients, and external constituents •Ability to operate various office technology (phones, computer, etc) •Ability to assist students in troubleshooting •Ability to follow instructions, manage multiple tasks, and work independently when needed. •Ability to think creatively and solve problems quickly •Willingness to learn new technology

Supervision

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Director of Engagement Services, takes daily direction from the Manager, First Year Experience. May take direction from part-time staff as assigned.

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Job Function

The First Year Experience (FYE) Assistant provides support for the facilitation and tracking of the First Year Experience for students enrolled in the FYE program. This role assists with the administrative aspects of FYE to ensure the accurate tracking of FYE requirement completion. The Assistant works directly with FYE and Engagement Services staff to record FYE requirements in student courses. Additionally, the FYE Assistant provides front office support as needed to FYE students with technical issues.

Now hiring for the Fall 2026 semester.

All applicants MUST meet the following criteria or will be marked disqualified:

  • a current student at Macomb Community College taking AT LEAST 6 credit hours.
  • currently have a work-study award given by Financial Aid - If you have not received an award or are not sure, fill out and submit this form and contact finaid@macomb.edu with questions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Supports FYE staff in the facilitation of FYE activities
  • Assists in tracking of FYE students through the FYE Canvas
  • Collects rosters from FYE approved events
  • Review rosters from FYE approved events for FYE attendees
  • Grades FYE Assignments in the FYE Canvas based on activity completed
  • Assists in the maintenance of the FYE Canvas Course
  • Supports FYE Students in troubleshooting FYE related issues
  • Supports students' FYE completion
  • Answers FYE related questions from students

Education

  • Current Macomb Community College Student

Qualifications

  • Customer Service experience
  • Experience operating technology

This position is not eligible for benefits.

01

Are you a Macomb Community College student enrolled in 6 credit hours or more towards your academic program for the semester you are applying to?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Did you fill out a FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 2026 - 2027 Academic Year?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have a work-study award for the semester you are applying for? *If your response is no, please copy this link in your browser, fill out a work study request form, and upload to your financial aid documents in My Macomb: https://my.macomb.edu/page/2656?SearchId=671563

  • Yes
  • No
  • Unsure (reach out to workstudy@macomb.edu)

Required Question

Employer Macomb Community College

Address 16000 Hall Rd

Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038

Phone 586-445-7885

Website https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/index.html

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