FSU Undergrad Student Federal Study

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Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.

Purpose: To supervise students and faculty working in the Game Design Computer labs and Game lounge.

The Office of Communications Media is seeking a federal aid recipient for student employment. This position will be funded by federal work study dollars; only students that receive financial aid awards can be considered for this position. If you have questions about your award or are not certain that you are receiving financial aid, please log into your MyFalcon account and check your award amount for Federal Work study.

If you do not see a Work study award amount, then you are not eligible to apply. If you have any questions regarding your award, contact the Office of Financial Aid at extension 3156 or finaid. Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Maintain single access control to the Game Design Labs.
• Make sure students sign in and out of labs during your shift.
• Assist students with basic computer and equipment questions as needed.
• Make periodic rounds of the Game Design Labs to verify security of equipment and to ensure the safe and proper use of equipment by the students.
• Contact Supervisor faculty if any technical issues need to be addressed.
• Call Campus Police (then Supervisor) if there are security issues that need immediate attention.
• Close down all classrooms, labs and doors and end of night.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Lab Monitors are a critical line of support with the campus community and should therefore have a professional appearance, possess good interpersonal skills, be flexible and have a positive attitude. Punctuality is required. If unable to cover a shift, prior notice and/or arrangements must be made in advance.

Appropriate applicants should have a basic working knowledge of equipment and be able to recognize common problems and correct them. They should recognize when software or hardware problems are more serious and to have the judgment to shut systems down when necessary. They should be able to assist students when needed.

Working knowledge of Game Design software and Adobe suite programs is preferred but not required.

Shift Information: Shift hours vary between the hours of 8 a.m.

- 10 p.m. based on student availability and FWS award amount. Once the schedule has been assigned, your shift time will remain the same until the end of the semester. Students may work a maximum of 20 hours per week at an hourly rate $15.00.

Priority Review: Returning employees and Communication Media students will have priority in hiring considerations.

Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter. This is a student employment opportunity. The hiring manager for student positions will review applications and select candidates for interviews. If applicants are selected they will be contacted for an interview. For questions about the job vacancy, please contact the individual department. A resume is required and the cover letter is optional unless the hiring manager specifies it is required.

If you are selected for an interview, you will be required to supply a copy of your Class Schedule and a screenshot of your Federal Work study award amount.

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