2026-2027 FWS Student Assistant for Green School Advising Center New

About Fiu

Florida International University https://fiu.edu/ is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Overview

The School of Int'l & Pub Affairs is currently seeking a student to join their team of professionals. Duties: Support the Green School Advising Center and academic advising team Answer phones at the front desk Provide general information to current and prospective students Handle general inquiries and refer students to appropriate advising staff or campus resources as needed Schedule and modify student appointments Participates in FIU Service Excellence training annually to maintain a standard of exceptional customer service Support office projects and events as needed Performs additional related duties as assigned to support the Green School Advising team during peak time

Job Category

Federal Work Study

Desired Qualifications

Intermediate level of Microsoft Word and Excel Possess a high sense of responsibility and customer service skills Possess attention to detail Ability to work in a team setting Ability to take direction and work independently as needed Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information Knowledge of PeopleSoft and other software programs Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally, and in writing Ability to solve problems independently Organizational and time-management skills

Who May Apply

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Schedule based on department needs and class schedule.

Advertised Salary

$15.00/hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check: Duties: Yes or No Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations such as minors, the elderly, or those with disabilities? (Fingerprint Check required)N Will this role be in the Center for Children and Families (CCF) or the Childrens – Creative Learning Center (CCLC)? N Will this role be part of a university-sponsored summer camp or afterschool program? ( Those providing services in Camps will require DCF Clearance at a cost) N Will this role require entering any K-12 schools? ( Those providing services in K-12 Schools will require MDCPS/BCPS Clearance at a cost.) N Will this role have direct access to cash, checks, gift cards, credit cards, debit cards, or make and receive payments? N Will this role conduct IT related functions, e.g. IT Technician, Data Analyst, Application Developer, etc.? N Will this role require driving of a university-owned motor vehicle (including golf cart and other utility vehicles)? N Will this role travel with Athletics teams to events? N Will the role be in a special trust/sensitive location? N Will this role be in the Office of the Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, or One Stop? NWill this position work within the following units that provide health and human services: College of Medicine, College of Nursing, Health Sciences, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, School of Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics & Nutrition, Student Health, Psychology, Center for Children & Families? Office of Inspector General (OIG) Checks (Global Watch only)N Will this role perform or support research? (Mark No if this is a Graduate Assistant contract (GA, RA, TA)) N