Student Assistant

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement is hiring for the role of Project Assistant responsible for advancing generalized Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement needs, leadership education, training, and development in the CLCE and supporting a team of Professional staff, student staff and volunteers in the development, execution, and assessment of leadership programs, services, and initiatives. The Project Assistant role is also responsible for management of office processes and systems to support leadership development, and Civic Engagement needs. 

Housed in the Marshall Student Center (MSC) the CLCE is an indoor, climate-controlled office. Depending upon the nature of the assignment, this position may require substantial work in outdoor environments, and/or regular attendance and participation in meetings during evenings and occasionally weekends.

The majority of work involves sitting, standing, and walking in a typical office environment with a computer and related office tools. Job duties may also require manual dexterity and lifting (up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Support and assist Leadership Development Coordinators and Student Organization Development Coordinator in leadership development programs and/or student organization development and management.
• Operationalize the CLCE's data driven, outcomes focused, leadership and civic engagement-connected approach to assessment that includes regular and ongoing formative, process, and summative data collection and analysis of our work.
• Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, serving on campus committees and supporting and representing the CLCE as needed at CLCE and university events.
• Front desk reception (e.g. greet guests/visitors, answer phone, take messages, etc…)
• Operate general office equipment (e.g. computer, phone, copier)
• Manage work in CLCE tech systems (e.g. Microsoft Office 365, Bulls Connect, etc…)
• Attend CLCE Training and Development sessions and volunteering opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student. Federal Work Study award is not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with at least one CLCE event/program.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.