Chapman University
Administration/Managerment

Student Employment Assistant

Deadline
Mar 18, 2027
Closing in 150 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 19, 2026
Offered salary$16.90 - $16.90

About the role

Chapman University

Student Employment Assistant

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

We are hiring student workers to cover scheduling needs. We do have some flexibility with the schedules working between the hours of 8:00 - 5:00.

We will reach out to the final candidates to schedule an interview to meet the team.

Must have Federal Work Study Award


Due to the sensitive nature of this role, employment is contingent upon the successful completion and outcome of a criminal background check.

This position includes the opportunity to participate in the Panther CareerDevelopment Program. This program is designed to help studentemployees develop essential competencies and skills through their on-campus roles. Participants will gain meaningful work experience alignedwith the skills most sought after by employers, including career and self-development, communication, teamwork, leadership, professionalism,critical thinking and technology. The program offers opportunities forreflection, skill enhancement and mentorship while preparing students toexcel in their post-graduation careers.

Posting Details

Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/41149
Job Number SE239324
Position Information
Department or Unit Name Student Employment Services
Position Headcount 5
Position Title Student Employment Assistant
Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027
Term or Semester All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90
Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done? Orange
Approved Supervisor Austin Gray
Supervisor Email [email protected]
Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date 09/28/2026
Projected End Date 05/23/2027
Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary The Student Employment Assistant provides support for student hiring, onboarding, and administrative processes within Student Employment. This position offers hands-on experience in human resources, customer service, compliance, and administrative operations while working closely with various university departments.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with I-9 employment verification appointments for Chapman student employees.
  • Collect, review, and verify employment eligibility and onboarding documentation.
  • Answer questions and provide guidance regarding hiring and onboarding requirements.
  • Follow up with new hires before, during, and after the onboarding process to ensure timely completion of required documentation.
  • Use email, Microsoft Teams, SMS, and other university communication tools to communicate with students and employees.
  • Maintain accurate records and update candidate statuses in university systems, including PeopleAdmin.
  • Assist with hiring proposal preparation and onboarding-related administrative tasks.
  • Research employee information, including prior employment history, Federal Work-Study eligibility, and department assignments.
  • Schedule and coordinate appointments using Microsoft Bookings and other scheduling tools.
  • Collaborate with Student Employment, Talent Services, Payroll, HRIS, and other university departments as needed.
  • Support data entry, reporting, and research projects using Microsoft Excel, Word, and related applications.
  • Assist with creating and maintaining procedural guides, training materials, and documentation.
  • Provide support for Student Employment, Community Service Federal Work-Study, and Talent Acquisition initiatives as assigned.
  • Perform other administrative duties and special projects as needed.
Required Qualifications
  • Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study.
  • Must be enrolled at Chapman University and maintain good academic standing.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
  • Ability to learn new software systems and university processes.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to review documents carefully and identify missing or incomplete information while maintaining confidentiality and compliance standards.
Desired Qualifications
  • Interest in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Student Employment, business operations, or related professional services.
  • Previous customer service, administrative, or office experience.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, or other Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Experience scheduling appointments or managing calendars.
  • Familiarity with student employment, hiring, onboarding, or human resources processes.
  • Experience handling records, data entry, or document review.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Ability to communicate professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
  • Interest in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Education, or a related field.
  • Prior Chapman University employment experience is preferred but not required.
Special Instructions to Applicants We are hiring student workers to cover scheduling needs. We do have some flexibility with the schedules working between the hours of 8:00 – 5:00.

We will reach out to the final candidates to schedule an interview to meet the team.

Must have Federal Work Study Award


Due to the sensitive nature of this role, employment is contingent upon the successful completion and outcome of a criminal background check.

This position includes the opportunity to participate in the Panther Career Development Program. This program is designed to help studentemployees develop essential competencies and skills through their on-campus roles. Participants will gain meaningful work experience alignedwith the skills most sought after by employers, including career and self-development, communication, teamwork, leadership, professionalism,critical thinking and technology. The program offers opportunities forreflection, skill enhancement and mentorship while preparing students toexcel in their post-graduation careers.
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required? Yes

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What do you find appealing about this role and why do you think you'd be a great fit?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * When are you available to start working?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have federal work study?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is your Spring and Summer schedule? (Please note that Summer work will be in-person.)

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Please provide your current availability (Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and for Interterm and Spring

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents

How to apply

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