Undergrad Student Employee - Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum; FWS

Undergrad Student Employee - Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum (FWS)

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Position: Student Employee – Museum Attendant (FWS)

Department: Jurica‑Suchy Nature Museum

Classification: Part‑time, Non‑benefit eligible

Rate: IL State Minimum Wage

Duties: Join the museum team and learn about the behind‑the‑scenes work in our natural history museum. Students will assist with a variety of tasks including greeting museum guests and supporting education outreach programs. Students must be reliable and have an interest in science education. All majors welcome to apply. Applicants must check with Financial Aid for Federal Work Study funding availability;

FWS funding preferred. Please include a resume and class schedule with your application. No experience necessary, but applicants must be enthusiastic and willing to learn. Training is provided.

• Must be a currently enrolled Benedictine student in good standing.
• Must have FWS funds.

Physical Requirements: The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 pounds. Use of computer screen, phone and customer service equipment is required. May require bending or sitting for long periods of time.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Campus‑specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Training: As a University employee you are required to complete all University‑specific and/or OSHA‑related training to fulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or in person. Employees must complete all trainings required by Benedictine University.

Location: Birck Hall 222

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

Hours per week: 6–12 hours

Days/Times Preferred: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (or 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.) on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday during June and July.

Hiring Supervisor: Mrs. Tumminello, ktumminello

Part‑Time Employee Benefits Package:

• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Paid leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL – Paid Leave Act and AZ – Earned Paid Sick Time).
• Retirement Plans
  :
  Supplemental retirement savings.
• Mental Health Support
  :
  Access to counseling and resources for mental well‑being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP):
  Confidential support for personal or work‑related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University’s rights as a religiously sponsored institution.

This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Campus‑specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.