Work Study - National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) Assistant

Work Study
- National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) Assistant

Position Information

Job Title
- Work Study
- National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) Assistant

Campus
- Ankeny Campus, IA

Job Number - 27-W21

Employment Date
- As soon as possible.

Job Category
- Student Positions

Application & Position Information Call
- Samantha O'Hara at sjohara or .

Salary Information - $12.50 per hour.

Job Summary
- The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student's course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions
- Assist and student-lead the coordination DMACC's National Crime Victims' Rights Week in April, held annually. Components of this project include:
Acting as a student leader to co-chair DMACC ad hoc National Crime Victims' Rights Committee for 2027 events. Receiving mentorship by psychology and criminal justice faculty. Utilizing the NCVRW Teams site extensively to work and complete tasks (using Outlook, Excel, Word, and other apps as needed). Growing knowledge about victim services, victim advocacy, and National Crime Victims' Rights Week. Collaborating with other DMACC disciplines to increase engagement in the event.

Invite/Manage/Recruit other DMACC clubs/students to join this activity. Increase partnerships in the community to expand activities across the DMACC district. Updating DMACC NCVRW roster of agencies and entities. Streamlining meetings and communication. Assisting in budget development for proposal to the Executive Academic Dean. Soliciting/finding funding for NCVRW events or materials. Planning and covering events especially week of April 12, 2027 across the district.

Writing marketing/student success stories from NCVRW experiences (internships, jobs, etc.) Drafting press releases/etc. Organizing 2026 photos for marketing/awareness. Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications
- Current student in good academic standing within a program in the Public and Community Services pathway or the Health Sciences and Fitness Pathway. Commitment to both a fall and spring work study employment. Specific interest in learning about victim services, victim advocacy, and National Crime Victims' Rights. Good communication skills and good problem-solving skills, both written and verbal. Professional in demeanor and dress when meeting with other agencies or programs.

Must be intellectually curious and detail-oriented. Familiar with Microsoft programs like Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and curiosity to figure it out and improve skills.

Desired Qualifications

Work Schedule - 10 hours per week. Days and times may vary. Hours start after 2:15 pm daily.

Posting Date - 08/04/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications - 10/30/2026

Open Until Filled
- No

Special Instructions to Applicants
- Important Eligibility Notice:
This position is strictly funded through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. To qualify, you must have a current FWS award as part of your financial aid package. International Students:
Due to federal regulations, international students are not eligible for FWS positions. We highly encourage you to browse and apply for Regular Student Employment positions on our job board, which do not carry this federal restriction. DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at  or by email jobs.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES:
1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications.
2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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