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Open Federal Work-Study Positions
Working an on-campus job is a central component of participation in the Magnolia Federal Work Study Program. See the work-study jobs available below and find what best fits your skills, interests, and availability. Remember, you must qualify for the Federal Work Study in order to participate in the Magnolia Federal Work Study Program.
Questions about Magnolia Federal Work Study Program? Reach out to us at magnoliafws@olemiss.edu.
Position | Esports Facility Attendant |
| Job Qualifications | Some customer service experience preferred but not required. |
| Job Purpose | Esports Facility Attendant |
| Job Responsibilities | The esports facility attendant will assist students and other guests in the esports facility by signing them in and out of the space, helping them to get set up on gaming stations and trouble shooting equipment issues if needed, monitoring behavior of students and guests in the space and ensuring compliance with policies, maintaining room cleanliness, and properly opening and closing the facility for public use. |
| Department Name | Ole Miss Esports |
| Location | Payne Esports Facility |
| Supervisor | Diane Lapierre |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-3337 |
| Contact e-mail address | dmlapier@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 30 |
Position | Desk Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Freshmen - Senior, full time/enrolled student at the University |
| Job Purpose | Administrative Assistance |
| Job Responsibilities | Assist with foot traffic in the building, direct guests where to go, work with Assistant Director and Staff on daily duties as needed, photocopy things as needed, etc |
| Department Name | Center for Student Success and First Year Experience |
| Location | Johnson Commons East |
| Supervisor | Jeremy Roberts |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-2230 |
| Contact e-mail address | jtrober1@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Herbarium Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Attention to details; self-motivated; punctual; responsible |
| Job Purpose | To provide assistance managing the scientific collection of dried plants |
| Job Responsibilities | Assisting with curatorial tasks |
| Department Name | Biology |
| Location | 407 Shoemaker Hall |
| Supervisor | Dr. Marcos Caraballo-Ortiz |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-5488 |
| Contact e-mail address | maco@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
Position | Cataloger |
| Job Qualifications | Advanced Chinese |
| Job Purpose | Assist Supervisor Research |
| Job Responsibilities | Translate newspaper articles and catalog on a worksheet |
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| Location | |
| Supervisor | Dr. Joshua Howard |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-1595 |
| Contact e-mail address | leroger4@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Student Researcher |
| Job Qualifications | Attention to detail, being present at agreed upon times, additional training will be provided. |
| Job Purpose | Air pollution laboratory assistant to support understanding air quality. |
| Job Responsibilities | Help analyze air pollution filters for chemical and biological studies. Tasks may include supporting laboratory staff by helping: inventory samples, extract samples, perform chemical analysis, analyze data, maintain lab organization and notebooks, clean glassware and the lab space. Potential to conduct field sampling. Training will be provided, as needed. |
| Department Name | BioMoleccular Sciences |
| Location | Faser Hall |
| Supervisor | Dr. Courtney Roper |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-1273 |
| Contact e-mail address | clroper@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Administrative Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Must be eligible for Magnolia Federal Work-Study Program based on a student's financial need (as determined by the FAFSA); Must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program at least part-time; Must be able to work on campus; Must wear appropriate attire. |
| Job Purpose | To assist in the duties of the Administrative Coordinator and Operations Coordinator |
| Job Responsibilities | Answers phone and directs calls; Greets guests; Assists students in finding classroom(s); Collects and organizes documents (both physically and digitally); Operates scanner and copier; Assists in the management of the building (Barnard Observatory); Assists in the management of the art gallery (Gammill Gallery); Generally assists the Operations Coordinator and the Administrative Coordinator in duties related to their positions; Waters the plants; Assists in locking up the building at the end of the day. |
| Department Name | Southern Studies |
| Location | Barnard Observatory |
| Supervisor | Andrew Bryant |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-5993 |
| Contact e-mail address | rabryant@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Front Office Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Customer service skills, familiarity with office equipment, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, professional demeanor and appearance, and a team player. |
| Job Purpose | Assist Department with daily duties |
| Job Responsibilities | Office work: Filing, phone calls, inventory, greeting and directing office traffic, picking up and dropping items to various departments, and assisting the department with various tasks that arise. |
| Department Name | Public Health |
| Location | 215 Turner Center |
| Supervisor | Holly Rhodes |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-5844 |
| Contact e-mail address | harhodes@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
Position | Front Office Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Customer service skills, organizational and multitasking abilities, familiarity with office equipment, professional demeanor and appearance, and a team player. |
| Job Purpose | Assist Department with daily duties |
| Job Responsibilities | Office work: Filing, phone calls, greeting and directing office traffic, picking up and dropping off items to various departments, and assisting department with various tasks that arise. |
| Department Name | Public Health |
| Location | 215 Turner Center |
| Supervisor | Micah Misita |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-3208 |
| Contact e-mail address | mmmisita@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
Position | Office Support |
| Job Qualifications | The Office of Business and Finance within the Division of Outreach seeks to hire a student who is well organized and detail-oriented to aid in its daily operations. [Availability several days a week from 11:00AM - 12:00 (noon) would be very helpful. We are located in the Jackson Avenue Center - Central.] |
| Job Purpose | The student will assist Outreach Administration and Business Office staff with administrative tasks. The mission of the Business & Finance Office is to support the operations and goals of the Division of Outreach with timely and accurate accounting and administrative services with a customer focus and a growth mindset. |
| Job Responsibilities | Employment in this position would offer valuable real-world knowledge in governmental business operations. Examples of work performed include: Welcome Desk phone assistance; general office administration (document scanning, electronic file organization, campus drop offs, and other errands); assisting with invoice creation with assistance from Accountant; and other duties as assigned |
| Department Name | Outreach and Continuing Education |
| Location | Jackson Ave. Center |
| Supervisor | Kathy Harrington |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-1256 |
| Contact e-mail address | kathyh@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
Position | Office Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Currently enrolled as a student Strong communication skills Basic computer skills Positive attitude Good Organizations skills |
| Job Purpose | To provide administrative and customer service support for the Division of Access, Opportunity, and Community Engagement |
| Job Responsibilities | Greets visitors and guest, supports staff, assists with event planning, and completes other duties assigned |
| Department Name | DAOCA |
| Location | Lyceum 304 |
| Supervisor | Kenisha Fondren |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-2761 |
| Contact e-mail address | kkfondre@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Test Proctor |
| Job Qualifications | Sophomore or above classification |
| Job Purpose | Help proctor exams in the UM Testing Center |
| Job Responsibilities | Proctor exams; check in students for exams; pass out exam materials; general office responsibilities |
| Department Name | Outreach - Testing |
| Location | JAC East - Suite F |
| Supervisor | Jinny Hurdle |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-1639 |
| Contact e-mail address | jihurdle@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
Position | Front Desk Assistant |
| Job Qualifications | Customer Service skills, able to work on Saturday, have some available days from 10 am - 4 pm |
| Job Purpose | Greet Visitors and Assist with front desk duties |
| Job Responsibilities | Greet visitors, answer and route phone calls, direct visitors and tour groups, assist with the gift shop and be knowledgeable of current events and exhibition of the Museum |
| Department Name | University Museum & Historic Houses |
| Location | UM Museum |
| Supervisor | Michelle Perry |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-7073 |
| Contact e-mail address | mgperry@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 3 |
Position | Writing Center Front Desk Attendant |
| Job Qualifications | We look for students who have some experience in a service/volunteer work, but we can happily train a student who is outgoing and willing to stay calm. |
| Job Purpose | The front desk is where the Writing Center makes its first impression, so being an alert and proactive front desk worker is important. Keep an eye out for students who may wander in looking lost, students who might be having trouble printing, or any other students who seem like they could use assistance. |
| Job Responsibilities | Greeting visitors and students with a friendly welcome. Answering questions and directing students to resources. Helping students navigate the website to make appointments. Alerting consultants that their consultees have arrived. Answering the Writing Center desk phone and checking for missed messages. |
| Department Name | Writing and Rhetoric |
| Location | Lamar Hall |
| Supervisor | Ellen Shelton |
| Contact Phone Number | 662-915-7925 |
| Contact e-mail address | eshelton@olemiss.edu |
| Number of Positions | 2 |