Federal Work Study - Advancement & Alumni Relations

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

The Advancement & Alumni Affairs department is seeking a dependable and organized Federal Work Study Student. This role involves supporting the front desk, answering campus location inquiries, helping with preparations for alumni and Advancement events, and assisting the foundation accountant with clerical and data entry tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a professional office environment while working in a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere.

• Must be dependable and prompt.
• Business casual dress required
• Maintain all work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Maintain his/her academic workload while handling a work-study job opportunity.
• Must adhere to the code of confidentiality.
• Perform clerical or data entry tasks and file essential documents accordingly.
• Prepare outgoing mail as assigned.
• Assist in answering phone calls coming into the office.
• Support front office staff, covering the reception area as needed.
• Process accounts payable weekly (code and key invoices, cut checks, prepare for outgoing mail, scan documentation).
• Assist with gathering information for the annual audit.
• Perform other duties as assigned by staff.

• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Currently enrolled student at MGA for at least 6 credit hours
• Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress

• Experience with Office 365, including Excel
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.