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Job Title Student Career Advocate General Description Student Career Advocates (SCA’s) assist in the daily operations of the Center for Career & Professional Development. SCA’s connect with fellow students to help them grow professionally. SCA’s lead presentations, meet with students, edit documents such as resumes and cover letters, interact with employers looking to hire SFA students and more. Job Duties 1. Provides office assistance to the department by completing routine clerical duties and responsibilities2. Corresponds to various internal and external inquires by managing emails, multiple-line phone system, and in-person requests.3. Provide clear and effective customer service and communication with a variety of audiences4. Assists in the preparation, marketing and implementation of departmental programs and activities including special events, workshops, resource tables, presentations, Career Closet, and other activities as needed5. Receive training on and complete professional document critiques and edits through online submissions and in-person appointments6. Manage Handshake, an online career platform, for student, employer and departmental accounts7. Help coordinate, prepare and execute career fairs8. Lead presentations on student professional development9. Work in a team environment to accomplish departmental goals and expectations10. Complete required trainings as assigned11. Performs other related duties as assigned Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1. Mature, trustworthy, responsible, motivated, cheerful and dependable worker2. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public3. Ability to understand and follow procedures and directions4. Can work independently and collectively5. Desire to take initiative and accomplish goals and expectations6. Manage multiple tasks, problem solve, be flexible and learn quickly7. Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts8. Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files9. Knowledge of professional telephone and email etiquette10. Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software11. Strong communication and listening skills12. Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and must be in good standing with the university Required Qualifications The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. Preferred Qualifications 1. Strong customer service attitude and experience2. Presentation or teaching experience3. Desire to help others Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant. Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-051 Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Open Date 02/29/2024 Review Start Date 03/18/2024 Posting Close Date Work Schedule Position will typically work hours between 8am-5pm, Monday – Friday averaging a total of 20 hours/week. Special events may require additional work hours. Min Pay Rate $7.25/hr Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Include a Resume, Cover Letter and list of References in your application. EEO Statement Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304. Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11273 Department Information

Department Center for Career & Professional Development Contact Name April Place Contact Phone 936-468-3305 Contact Email april.place@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304. Supplemental Questions

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