What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Life Assistant position at Bismarck State College?
OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.
MISSION: As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.
VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education improving lives and building sustainable communities.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Is directly accountable and responsible to the Director of Student and Residence Life.
Benefits
COMPENSATION: $34,138-$42,673 based on directly related experience.
Paid health insurance, life insurance, retirement, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount.
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Position Description & Details
Are you passionate about helping students thrive on campus? Do you have a knack for organization, communication, and supporting campus events? If so, we want you to join our team as a Student Life Assistant!
In this exciting role, you’ll play a key part in enhancing the student experience at Bismarck State College by providing support to our Campus Information Center, Student and Residence Life, and various Student Union areas. You’ll be at the heart of student engagement, event planning, and making sure students have the information they need to succeed!
Key Responsibilities:
Campus Information Center & Communication
- Greet students, parents, and visitors, providing helpful directions and answering questions about the campus.
- Maintain and order supplies for the Mystic Print printing system and monitor its functionality.
- Issue student and employee IDs, manage the ID system, and serve as the primary contact for any ID-related issues.
- Distribute up-to-date information to students, faculty, staff, and visitors in both print and digital formats.
Support for Student and Residence Life
- Provide phone and office support during peak times and high-traffic events.
- Assist with student housing applications and coordinate calling campaigns at the start of each semester.
- Help plan, budget, schedule, and execute campus activities in collaboration with the Student Engagement Coordinator.
- Assist student organizations with their planning and participation in campus events.
- Manage social media and campus event calendars, keeping students informed and engaged.
- Support programming needs, including creating and ordering promotional materials.
Student Union Support
- Help maintain and update bulletin boards, digital displays, and signage throughout the Student Union.
- Assist with booking and maintaining meeting rooms and display cases.
- Support the BSC Bookstore and Mystic Marketplace with special tasks and social media updates.
- Ensure students and campus visitors have access to the most current event and menu information.
Miscellaneous Duties
- Manage the Student Union’s lost and found and assist with sorting and distributing mail.
- Help with end-of-year inventory and contribute innovative ideas to improve department functions.
- Take on additional responsibilities as needed to keep things running smoothly.
Minimum Requirements
- Appropriate associate degree or two years of directly related experience.
- Good working knowledge of office procedures.
- Excellent telephone and receptionist skills.
- Good customer service experience and common courtesy in working with employees, students, and the public.
- Good organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines and attend to details.
- Good written communication skills.
- Excellent computer software skills – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access), email and electronic calendar, and excellent keyboarding skills.
- Knowledge of Internet navigation and social media.
- Disciplined and able to maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- More than two years of experience in a comparable position.
Applicant Materials Required
To be considered by the search committee thoroughly complete the application and upload the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- References
CLOSING DATE: TBD
Additional Information
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.
For more information or assistance contact: Human Resources (701) 224-5531. This position requires a criminal history record check.
Equal Opportunity Employer
http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/
Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587
701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility including a copy of NGB 22 from the National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.
Salary : $34,138 - $42,673
