STUDENT-Summer Housing Assistant- B - Ithaca College : Job Details

Job Description Housing Assistants assist with staffing the Summer Housing Office, which is open 7 days a week throughout the summer, including holidays. All summer Housing Assistants must be available to work for NYS Special Olympics, Monday, June 16th to Sunday June 22nd. Summer Housing Assistants may have limited opportunity to attend summer classes, which will be discussed on a case-by-case basis. Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service and create a welcoming and inclusive environment

• Serve in an on-call duty rotation that provides response to conference guests' after-hour needs as necessary

• Prepare and organize keys and fobs for distribution to summer conference guests at check in and check out

• Conduct room and building checks to ensure readiness and cleanliness prior to student and conference guest arrival

• Submit maintenance requests to clean, conduct necessary maintenance and repair damage

• Assist summer conference guests and students when they are locked out

• Perform office functions as required including answering phones, responding to emails, submitting work orders, and other duties as assigned

• Adhere to the Residential Life Rules and Regulations, the Student Conduct Code, and all national, state, and local laws throughout the duration of your employment

Required Qualifications: All applicants must:

• Be active Ithaca College undergraduate or graduate students at the time of hire through the fall 2025 semester.

• Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher

• Be in good standing with the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards

• Be available to begin work/training on Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate in a clear and friendly manner

• Prior experience working for the Summer Housing Office, Residential Life, or Conference and Event Services

• Prior work experience in an office setting and/or customer service

Employee Details: Housing Assistants will be paid an hourly rate of $15.65 Housing Assistants will work between 35-40 hours each week Housing Assistant positions will begin on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, and conclude on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Application Instructions: Interested applicants must apply online though Ithaca College's student employment website.

• Attach a resume (Word or PDF)

• Attach responses to the following questions, each response should be 150 words or less (Word or PDF)

• Why do you want to work for the Summer Housing Office this summer?

• What characteristics and skills do you possess that you feel qualify you for this position?

• What did you like most about any job(s) you held previously?

• What did you like least about any job(s) you held previously?

• Considering your other plans and commitments this summer, are there times during the weeks or periods during the summer that you would not be able to work?

The priority deadline for this position is 11:59PM on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, however we will continue to consider applications submitted after this date until all positions are filled. All application materials must be submitted to be considered. Questions about online applications should be directed to [email protected]. Questions about the position or hiring timeline should be directed to [email protected]. About Us Ithaca College's student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth. Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated. It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at [email protected]. For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.