Work Study - Disability Support Services… at University of… · Laramie

Disability support Services (DSS) is seeking a strong, well-qualified candidate for the position of Work Study Office Aid. This position affords the successful candidate an opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills while working with a diverse population.

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JOB TITLE:

Office Aide, Disability Support Services  

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

University Disability Support Services

Job location: Knight Hall First & Second Floors

Pay rate or range: $14.00 per hour

JOB PURPOSE:  

Support the Disability Support Services Offices with varied tasks. Available work hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with evening hours available from 5:00-8:00 PM.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main Office Duties:

• Welcome students, staff, faculty, and visitors to the DSS office.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments and assist with the administration of testing for DSS students.
• Ask appropriate questions to determine how best to refer students to coordinators, other offices or to the DSS application process.
• Provide basic office support including filing, shredding, making copies, and providing quality customer service.

Testing Duties:

• Assist with the administration and proctoring of student exams during regular business hours (with occasional after-hour requirements).
• Use good judgement while managing exams (this can include managing situations of academic dishonesty, upset students or students in crisis, assisting in problem solving as needed).
• Ensure proper access to testing items (computers, laptops, software, etc.)
• Provide testing accommodation services for students: exam reading, exam scribing, etc.
• Be able to ensure exams are returned in a timely fashion.
• Be able to follow instructions and work independently.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Integrity

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: HS diploma or GED and current UW student. May be of particular interest to education, social work or psychology majors. Experience: No experience necessary.

Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow DSS protocols and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Attention to detail, excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and work independently without supervision.
• Dependable, reliable and able to maintain a consistent schedule.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Excel and Word).

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICABLE TO CAREERS:

Student employee will learn how to work with UW students, visitors, faculty/staff, and campus visitors with disabilities.

Student employee will learn time & office management and interpersonal skills.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.

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WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. 

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