CCPD Graduate Assistant

Application Instructions:

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Job Family:
Student Work Study

Department:
Center for Career & Professional Development

Supervisor:
Zelda Hill

Job Title:
CCPD Graduate Assistant

Job Description:

This position is a Federal Work Study position that will be responsible for assisting the Office Manager with on-campus errands, projects, and departmental tasks: Some of the duties will include, but are not limited to:

General Office

• Communicate with staff, faculty, employers, alumni, and students via phone, email, Teams, and F2F interactions.
• Answer all incoming phone calls, assisting and directing callers as appropriate, and delivering messages.
• Assist CCPD staff with special student-centered topics and projects.
• Monitor and maintain the Student Assistant email account, responding accordingly.
• Implementation of brand standards and consistency measures
• Conducting research of relevant audiences and best practices

Qualifications required:

• Enrolled as a Mercer University student
• Access to personal computer to complete work outside of the office as needed
• Great communication skills and a positive attitude
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Flexibility, experience with team projects and collaboration
• Ability to meet deadlines and anticipate next steps or needs

-Creativity and willingness to learn and grow!

Pay Rate: $13.00 per hour

Scheduled Hours:
14

Start Date:
08/1/2025

End Date:
05/7/2026