Summer Conference Student Assistant

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions – and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

 Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

 Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values – Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

 CSU’s core values – Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that’s accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Columbus State University has an opening for several Summer Conference Assistants (SCA) to work from early-May to early-August in the Department of Residence Life. These positions will assist with various tasks relating to summer camps, orientations, and Residence Life on both the RiverPark and Main Campuses. These positions will report to the Assistant Director of Residence Life and the Summer Conference Graduate Intern and will be responsible for exemplary customer service to both on and off- campus constituents.

The following are the responsibilities of the SCA position:

CAMPS AND CONFERENCE (5 hours per week)

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Various tasks relating to Summer Camps/Conferences and Orientations
• Act as an on-site event liaison for special events after hours and on weekends
• Conduct inspections of facilities prior to the arrival of the camp to ensure cleanliness
• Assist the summer camp intern with office duties related to summer camps
• Assist with camps check-in process
• Perform rotating on-call duties while camps are on campus and assist as needed
• Perform light maintenance tasks, such as, cleaning of apartments, etc.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings
• Other duties as assigned by Residence Life Staff

WORKING AT COMMUNITY FRONT DESK (18 hours per week)

SCAs will work at their community front desk for 18 hours per week and perform duties including but  not limited to: answering telephones with proper etiquette; filing paperwork, stocking supplies, operating copier and fax machines; maintaining the front desk and storage areas as needed; assist students during check-ins, check-outs, and room change processes; assist students with lockouts and maintenance concerns; explain and enforce Residence Life policies and procedure; assist in various areas within Residence Life; assist in marketing housing by providing detailed tours (first-year housing areas only) to  our current and prospective student sand their parents;attend all scheduled training programs; complete administrative responsibilities to include duty logs, incident reports, mediations, etc.; attend staff meetings; perform duty rounds as communicated to; follow all policies and procedures in the Student Handbook and the Community Guide; be knowledgeable of current students, building, and campus issues; have knowledge resources available on campus for students; maintain frequent communication with Residence Life staff and respect confidentiality concerning content and process of such discussions; uphold the general requirements of the position.

The successful candidate should have prior experience of living in housing and must currently be enrolled at CSU and be in good academic and financial standing with the University. The selected candidate should also possess excellent customer service skills as well as written and oral communication skills. SCAs must possess excellent customer service skills as well as written and oral communication 

Students currently living in campus housing are preferred. 

Housing Waiver equivalent to the cost of a private bedroom bed space.

*Exact hours  in each section may shift throughout the summer based on the needs of the department.

** Any additional hours that the SCAmay sign up for outside of these 20 hours, will be paid at $8.00 per hour. Additional hours are not guaranteed but may be available based on community needs.

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Please contact Chloe McArdle at 706-507-8332 or via email at [email protected].

If you have any questions, please contact the Human ResourcesOffice at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to [email protected]. . 

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: 

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.

 *Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

 For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

 All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Columbus State University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a sense of belongingness for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.