College Work Study Program (Institutional Advancement)

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open—access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.

We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

We invite you to become a part of the Southwest Team!

Title: College Work Study Program (Institutional Advancement)

Employee Classification: Other

Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department: Institutional Advancement/Foundation Office

Campus Location: SWTCC - Macon Cove Campus

Job Summary

The Office of Institutional Advancement/Foundation Office is seeking a highly motivated student intern to assist with campus events, special projects, and duties as assigned in the Institutional Development/Foundation Office. The student will report to the Interim Associate Vice President.

This work-study position is especially suitable to a student who has an interest in nonprofit work and who is majoring in Marketing, Communication, Business, Finance, or a related field.

Job Duties

• Assist staff with day-to-day operations of the center, including:
  • Monitoring office when Leadership team is away or in meetings.
  • Various office tasks such as filing and organizing storage area.
• Assisting staff before, during, and after campus events.
• Assist with various special projects and reports, including supporting other offices and campus-wide events.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a registered student of Southwest Tennessee Community College.
• Only students who are approved for Federal Work Study are qualified for this position.
  • If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please reach out to the Financial Aid Office.
• Must be available to work a minimum of 10 hours and up to 20 hours per week.
• Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events, particularly at the beginning of academic term, homecoming week, and Institutional Advancement events.
• Must have a great attitude and sense of professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions in a highly collaborative team setting.
• Strong organizational skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with an ever-growing community.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to operate office technology, including computers, scanners, printers, and copiers.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, and weekends as necessary to support events.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Setup of events may require lifting, pushing, or pulling items weighing up to 25 pounds and standing and/or walking for extended periods.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

A summary of our benefits can be found below: 

https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. 

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:  LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, [email protected], 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.