Start date: November 30, 2026
This is a part-time position, which may be renewed at the discretion of the University. University Assistant appointments may be for up to one (1) year in length.
Hours/Week: The UA is expected to work up to 19 hours per week. The exact schedule will be established between the Supervisor and the successful applicant to meet the needs of the department.
Position Justification
SCSU Early College is seeking an energetic and self-motivated University Assistant (UA) to provide project management, directed research, promotional outreach, and event planning for a wide variety of initiatives in our department.
Preferred Qualifications, Experience, Requirements
- B.S./B.A. degree required.
- Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, creative problem-solving skills, and an ability to lead high-level group projects with limited supervision in a tactful, strategic, and professional manner.
- UA should be well versed in Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
- Prior experience with project management and business communication in a professional corporate or educational setting is strongly preferred.
- The UA must be available to work on campus 19 hours per week (Monday-Friday) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Hours are flexible.
Position Responsibilities:
- Assist in daily communications and office operations
- Assist coordinating and conducting Early College information sessions and tours with partnering school districts
- Assist in fielding questions from Early College K-12 partners, students, and parents
- Coordinate communications to partners, department chairs, and faculty liaisons
- Assist with coordination of professional development programs and orientations
- Assist with the design, development, and marketing of SCSU Early College for schools, teachers, families, and community organizations, including promotional outreach strategies
- Assist with program accreditation document preparation and coordination
- Contribute to the efficient and accurate registration of students
- Be prepared to work with new dual enrollment management system.
- Depending on experience and credentials, the hourly wage range is $15-20/hour. Individuals with specialized skills or training or holding advanced degrees will be paid at the higher end of the hourly range.
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to earlycollege@southernct.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.