Work Study

Welcome and thank you for your interest in participating in the Heritage University Work Study Program.The program will allow students to pursue placement of their choice and serve as a tool for students to attain skills in the area of job readiness.

How DOES THE Work Study Placement Work?

  • Students must be awarded Work study. A Financial Aid Representative will award all work-study eligible students and determine the award amount.
  • Visit the job board after you have selected the desired job you wish to pursue. You will need to:
    • Submit your online work-study application here. If an agreement between student and supervisor is made (willingness to hire), the supervisor will inform the Work Study Coordinator.
    • If you are selected for a work-study position you will be contacted by Financial Aid to set up an appointment within 1-3 days to generate a contract. You will be required to attend a new hire orientation by Human Resources to provide necessary payroll documents (please visit http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-9.pdf for a complete listing of required documents, which must be presented at the meeting; one item from column A or one item from column B and one item from column C.)

Important FACTS about Work Study Placement:

  • Workstudy awards range from $2,000 - $9,000 for an academic year.
  • Students are allowed to work up to 19 hours per week but under no circumstance may a student work more than 19 hours per week.
  • Individualized placements will determine the hour allotment per week as well as the hourly wage.
  • Placement is determined by supervisor
  • Placement is limited, not all Workstudy Awarded students are guaranteed a placement.
  • Students who are hired through the workstudy program must maintain academic satisfactory progress
  • Students placed through the program are recommended to attend resume writing workshops, career fairs and participate in mock interviews

Workstudy Requirements: 

1. Financial need on your financial aid package

2. Eligible for State and/or Federal funding

3. GPA 2.0 or higher

4. Attending 1/2 time (6 credits) or greater

Please stop at the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships for assistance with the work-study application or call 509-865-8502 for more information.  

Cafeteria Assistant {expander}

Cafeteria Kitchen Assistant

 

  • Department Name: Cafeteria Kitchen
  • Supervisor: Timothy Newbury
  • Title: Kitchen assistant

 

Job Description:

Work with other staff to provide service to customers in a smooth and cooperative atmosphere.  Customers include those who attended in the dining area, childcare meals provided, and catering for various events.  Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Represents Heritage University in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current

students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and other customers of our services, learns, and uses operating practices of the department and Heritage University.

2. Upholds the Heritage University Mission Statement.

3. Handles confidential information with tact, discretion and in compliance with FERPA regulations.

4. Assisting other employees to keep a cohesive team atmosphere.

5. Stocking the varied and numerous items needed to maintain the kitchen. 

  • Keeping products stocked (i.e., cups, plates, napkins, condiments, etc.)
  • Chips, Coffee, Cereal & other food items located in the service area.
  • Breakfast Bar/Salad bar items

6. Washing pots, pans, and dishes
7. Maintaining the cafeteria tables and counters in an orderly & clean manner

8. Assist customers.

9. Preparing food for cafeteria customers, catering events, or the Early Learning Center

10. Cleaning machines, refrigerators, freezers, warmers, fountain, microwaves, etc.

11. Keeping a note of future menus and preparing those things in advance that can help (e.g., thawing food that is needed for the next day’s menu)

12. Help to maintain sufficient product by noting when supplies are low.

13. Sweep & mop floor

14. Other duties that contribute to a smooth working environment.

 

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned.

2. Other duties that contribute to customer satisfaction and assisting other employees.

 

Educational Benefits to be derived by students on this job:

Learn to manage time and work habits in an efficient manner.

Learn to work well with others for the same common goal and benefit.

Learn the skill of customer service / customer satisfaction.

Learn to prepare foods and take responsibility for cafeteria products.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Knowledge: Current Food Handlers card.

B. Abilities: The position requires LIFTING of heavy boxes and pots.  Also, standing for long periods of time is required. There may be a need to push carts across campus or drive to get food to the required location. The ability to accommodate customers in a pleasant and courteous manner is required.

 

 

After filling out the application for this position please set up an interview to proceed with the application process.

 

Phone: (509)865-8616

Email: newbury_t@heritage.edu

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Work study Custodian Assistant-Night Shift

 

  • Department Name: Physical Plant Maintenance
  • Supervisor: Julie Moneymaker
  • Title: Custodian Assistant

           

 

Position Summary:

The Custodian performs custodial duties in and around campus facilities; works closely with employees and the public to meet the custodial needs of the area; and resolves problems to ensure efficient and safe operations.

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

 

Represents Heritage University in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and other customers of our services, learns, and uses operating practices of the department and Heritage University.

 

  • Upholds the Heritage University Mission Statement.

 

  • Assist other employees to keep a cohesive team atmosphere.

 

  • Cleans and maintains floors, walls, windows, carpets, furniture, whiteboards.

 

  • Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and fixtures; empties trash containers in accordance with established procedures.

 

  •  Responds to service requests, when asked.

 

  • Performs various maintenance and custodial duties.

 

  • Operates power equipment and hand tools such as vacuum, broom and mop required for cleaning and custodial maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture.

 

    1. Uses ladders when required in work assignments.

 

    1. Replenishes tissue and restroom supplies.

 

    1. Performs preventative maintenance in and around facilities.

 

    1. Manually remove snow or debris from sidewalks, stairs, driveways, and entry ways.

 

    1. Handles confidential information with tact, discretion and in compliance with FERPA regulations.

 

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  1. Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned.

 

Educational Benefits to be derived by the student:

 

Learn to manage time and work habits in an efficient manner.

 

Learn to work well with others for the same common goal and benefit.

 

Learn customer service skills and ethics.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

 

A.         Knowledge: Good work ethics

 

B.         Skills: Safely dispose of hazardous materials; identify stains and use proper chemicals for their removal; work effectively in and around the public; perform physical labor; understand and carry out oral and written directions; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.

 

C.        Abilities: Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing, or walking. Must be able to work safely in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust, and noise. Routinely required to work under inclement weather conditions.

 

 

After filling out the application for this position please set up an interview to proceed with the application process.

 

Phone: (509) 865-0446

Email: moneymaker_j@heritage.edu

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Financial Aid Office Assistant

 

  • Department Name: Financial Aid Office
  • Supervisor: Nancy Benavides
  • Title: Financial Aid office assistant

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Work with staff, students, and University patrons
  • Perform a variety of duties not limited to answering phones, use of copy and fax machine, use of computer to perform data entry, filing, etc.
  • Direct students as needed.
  • Greet, check in and route students to appropriate staff.
  • Document as needed.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Assist with upkeep of office, light dusting, maintain reception area, inventory, and organize supplies.
  • Assist with FAFSA form(s) 
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Education Benefits to be derived by students on this job:

Customer Service

Knowledge of financial aid programs, resources, and benefits

Knowledge of operation and function of financial aid within the University

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to provide information to others in a professional and accurate fashion.

Dependable and Reliable

Courteous and professional disposition

Willingness to be of assistance to others.

Ability to listen, follow directions, and stay on task.

Ability to perform repetitive and routine tasks.

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

 

 

After filling out the application for this position please set up an interview to proceed with the application process.

Phone: (509)865-8502

Email: Benavides_n@heritage.edu

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