WASHINGTON STATE

WORK STUDY PROGRAM

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

A Job Description form must be completed for each State Work Study position offered by a participating employer. Instructions for completing the form may be found on the back of this page. EMPLOYERS SHOULD TYPE THEIR RESPONSES AND RETURN FORM TO THE INSTITUTION.

 

*Applicants should contact Jennifer Tell, School Programs Assistant at 425.416.2000

 

(1)Achievers Scholars Program Assistant - at West Valley High School 

 

(2)     $10 to $12

       Pay Range: Minimum and maximum pay range to be paid for this position.

                                               

(3) Effective Dates of this Job Description:  6/1/05 to 6/1/06

 

(4) JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Provide on site administrative support for the Washington State Achievers Scholars program.  Assist the College Preparatory Advisor at West Valley High School, with: maintenance of mentor/mentee files to insure required forms are present and complete; maintain data bases and mailing lists; assist with the preparation of recruitment and training materials; provide assistance with special events such as celebrations or motivational programs; assist with fostering a strong community/school partnership.

 

(5) EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED BY STUDENTS IN THIS JOB:

Gain valuable work experience in a professional, non- profit, work environment.   Develop organizational, communication (written and oral) and multitasking skills.  Gain knowledge of administering a scholarship program and school-based mentorship program.  Work is accomplished in an educational environment at the public schools and through networking with community and business leaders and school faculty/staff.

 

(6) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (What skills must a student possess prior to filling this job?)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Publisher, and Word).  Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Ability to work under pressure and on deadline.  Strong communication skills (verbal and written), to deal with a wide variety of persons (teenagers, retired people, elected officials, private industry executives, etc). Ability to maintain confidentiality. Creativity and problem solving skills.  Pleasant and professional demeanor.  Previous office experience preferred.