Posting Details
Position Information
Title Work Study SAS Office Assistant Position Description
Department Information
Bridgewater State University is committed to ensuring all individuals have equal access to its programs, services, and community. Should a student experience a barrier to full participation related to an impactful diagnosis, they are encouraged to collaborate with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to explore accommodations and resources can help them achieve their goals.
SAS is comprised of Professional Staff, Graduate Assistants, and Student Employees committed to a shared mission and vision:
- Our mission is to empower students with disabilities to access their university experience through advocacy and accommodation.
- Our vision is an accessible, connected campus that celebrates all identities and experiences of the BSU Community
We are looking for all applicants who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Position Information
As Student Accessibility Services (SAS) embarks on a very exciting academic year, we are seeking Office Assistants to help us transition to and build culture in our new space at Rondileau Student Union (RSU).
In this role, student employees will have the opportunity to:
- Actively advance a culture of accessibility, inclusivity, disability rights & advocacy throughout the Bridgewater State University community.
- Staff front desk and answer general inquiries about SAS services and support.
- Welcome people to the SAS offices and lounge area, promoting a safe, comfortable, and clean environment.
- Assist students to schedule appointments, generate letters of accommodation, initiate requests for support, etc.,
- Contribute to the development of visual campaigns for print and social media.
- Deliver items around campus.
- Other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Requirements
- Energy, enthusiasm, self-direction, patience, and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student/faculty/staff/community population.
- Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information. Confidentiality is essential in this position, as students may not choose to disclose details of their involvement with our office to others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with and an ongoing commitment to working effectively with and across diverse communities, including specific experience with one or more of the following identities/communities: People with both visible and invisible disabilities, people of color, minoritized groups and immigrant populations, people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions, first-generation students, people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Knowledge of campus resources and how to access them.
- Proficient computer skills, ideally including Microsoft Teams, Bookings, Office, and the SAS Portal.
Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.
EEO Statement
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Rate $17.00
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Stu05705P Open Date Close Date 09/30/2026 Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Tabitha Smith
t22smith@bridgew.edu
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
Yes
No
- Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?
Yes
No
- Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at 508-531-1341 or finaid@bridgew.edu
(Open Ended Question)
- Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.
(Open Ended Question)
- Have you ever worked on Campus before?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Class Schedule
Optional Documents