Student Employee (Federal Works Study Eligible) Career Services *Multiple Vacancies - Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Student Employee (Federal Works Study Eligible) Career Services *Multiple Vacancies - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Student Employment Job Type: Part Time Posted On: Thu Jul 30 2026 Job Description:

Statement of Learning Outcomes for FWS Student Employees:

The chance to have Career Peer Advisors allows our department to offer hands-on, real work experience that students can use to explore their own career paths and develop their career readiness skills and competencies.

Specific skills and competencies include the following:

1. Career Development & Resource Navigation

NACE Competency: Career & Self-Development; Technology

• Demonstrate the ability to independently assist peers in identifying and using digital and print career development and transfer resources.
• Explain and recommend appropriate career and transfer services and tools to students and alumni, including job search strategies, resume resources, and event opportunities.

2. Communication & Peer Advising

NACE Competency: Communication; Equity & Inclusion

• Develop and apply effective interpersonal communication skills to engage with diverse student populations in a peer advisory setting.
• Practice active listening and provide clear, accurate, and empathetic responses to student inquiries about career-related topics.

3. Communication & Peer Advising

NACE Competency: Communication; Career & Self-Development; Equity & Inclusion

• Create and distribute marketing materials (e.g., flyers, bulletin boards) to effectively promote campus-wide awareness of career and transfer events and services.
• Articulate the value of career development and transfer programs and encourage peer participation in workshops, job fairs, and related initiatives.

4. Organizational & Administrative Skills

NACE Competency: Professionalism; Technology; Critical Thinking

• Maintain and organize career and transfer resource materials with attention to detail and consistency.
• Accurately complete administrative tasks such as cataloging resources, updating employer files, and supporting event logistics.

5. Professionalism & Teamwork

NACE Competency: Teamwork; Professionalism; Career & Self-Development

• Exhibit professionalism through punctuality, accountability, and respectful communication in the workplace.
• Collaborate effectively with Career Services staff and fellow Career Peer Advisors to support departmental goals and initiatives.

6. Training & Reflective Learning

NACE Competency: Career & Self-Development; Critical Thinking

• Apply knowledge gained through training sessions to real-life peer advising and outreach scenarios.
• Reflect on personal growth and the development of transferable skills relevant to future employment opportunities.

7. Event Support & Project Management

NACE Competency: Leadership; Critical Thinking; Teamwork

• Contribute to the successful planning and execution of career and transfer-related events by assisting with setup, materials preparation, and attendee support.
• Manage assigned projects from inception to completion, demonstrating initiative, time management, and attention to detail.

Without the financial support of Federal Work Study, we would not be able to provide this important service to our students.

Function of Position:

The Career Peer Advisor (CPA) will assist students and alumni in accessing career resources, promote campus awareness of career development programs, and support the Career Services team in various administrative and outreach activities.

The Career Peer Advisor position is crucial for maintaining an excellent level of service in Career Services. Career Peer Advisors are involved in a variety of ways to provide service to our current students, prospective students and families, and alumni, as well as faculty and staff. Peer-to-peer support and instruction have been shown to aid in recruitment and retention of students and are considered a high-impact practice.

The Career Peer Advisors assist in the following areas:

• Peer Support
• Marketing/Outreach
• Career Services office support
• Special Projects

This position is funded exclusively through Federal Work Study (FWS). Applicants must be approved by the Financial Aid Office for FWS eligibility prior to being considered for employment. If you are unsure of your FWS eligibility, please before applying. Applicants must include their M# in any correspondence with the Financial Aid Office.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist students in the Career Library with the use of digital tools, online resources, and printed materials for job search and career and transfer planning.
Greet visitors/students/alumni/faculty/staff and respond to questions about the Career Library and Career Services.

• Help students locate and utilize available resources.
• Encourage student participation in career development activities and events such as job fairs, transfer fairs, information tables, workshops, and other events.
• Increase student awareness of career and transfer programs and services.
• Promote the use of online resources and the Career Services and Transfer Services websites.
• Direct students to appropriate resources and services as needed.

Marketing/Outreach:

• Assist in publicizing and marketing career and transfer programs (flyers/easels).
• Assist staff with the setup of workshops and develop and create bulletin boards.

Career Services office support:

• Catalog and maintain materials/handouts in the Career Library and for the Career Services office.
• Update career, transfer, and employer files.

Projects:

• Engage in various projects throughout the semester such as creating job fair packets, assisting with employer mailings, handing out directories at fairs, etc.

Training Sessions:

• Participate in Career Peer Advisor trainings and meetings.
• Attend designated career and transfer workshops and programs.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as a student at Monroe Community College
• Must maintain satisfactory academic progress and be in good academic standing
• Federal Work Study eligibility is required for FWS-funded positions (must be approved by the Financial Aid Office prior to hire)
• Willing to commit to a full year (2 semesters) unless extenuating circumstances exist.
• Administrative, communication, media, or graphic design skills.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and diligent worker.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after appropriate training.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to work closely and cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Pay Rate: $16.00/hour

Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours/week

Semester Hiring: Fall 2026 Semester

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