Student Employment Office
1201 S. State Street
Timme Center, CSS 101
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 598-8210
[email protected]
Lori Deforest
Effective January 1, 2020
- Level I — Pay Range ($9.65 – $9.95)
- Level II — Pay Range ($9.65 – $10.25)
- Level III — Pay Range ($9.65 – $10.65)
- Level IV — Pay Range ($9.65 – $13.10)
Determining Wages
It is up to the employing department to determine a pay rate that falls within the appropriate range; however, it is usually best to start at the lower end leaving room for pay increases when warranted.
The Student Employment office must approve any exception to the above pay rates. The request for an exception must be submitted in writing to the Student Employment manager. The request should include the requested pay rate and the justification for the higher rate of pay such as special skills and experience required.
| Job Duties | Required Experience | Skill Level | Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| General routine work involving simple to moderate levels of difficulty | Little or no previous education/experience necessary
Requires training in routine procedures |
Few or no special skills necessary | Closely supervised
Uses Little independent judgment or initiative No supervision of other student employees |
Example:
Desk Service Assistant Customer service representatives will be responsible for the overall operations involved with working the residence hall front desk. Staff will assist residents, answer phones, perform functions with night security, check out desk equipment and computer keys, and assist the hall director and desk manager as needed. Various clerical duties will also be performed including opening mail, answering the telephone, etc.
| Job Duties | Required Experience | Skill Level | Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performs moderately difficult tasks
Works within general guidelines including written or verbal |
Moderate level of related education/work experience required (minimum one semester) | Related Skills
Knowledge and skills to perform independently with limited training |
Limited supervision
Uses independent judgment and initiative No supervisory duties |
Example:
Maintenance Students must have prior maintenance experience that provides familiarity with processes and procedures for project startup, continuation, and completion. Applicants should have prior experience with hand tools, power tools and equipment and should be able to work independently to complete projects on time and with provided resources. Students will also assist maintenance personnel with painting, getting materials, taping, and with the completion of work orders and other duties as they are assigned.
| Job Duties | Required Experience | Skill Level | Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performs tasks involving a high level of difficulty and complexity
Duties which may be technical in nature Must demonstrate good independent judgment and decision making ability |
High level of previous experience required (minimum of two semesters or equivalent) | High level of related skills
Possesses knowledge and abilities to perform duties with little/no training Prioritizes and performs multiple tasks with attention to detail |
Performs independently with minimal supervision
Exercises independent judgment and initiative May require supervisory duties over some student employees |
Example:
Child Caretaker Students must assist teachers in the normal daily activities at Tot’s Place. Duties will include assisting with meal times, diaper changing, projects, activities, outdoor play, and classroom maintenance. Additional duties include supervising small groups of children with or without a supervising teacher present and taking on management responsibility associated with the classroom including lesson planning, supervision of children, supervision of university student employees, and parent communication.
| Job Duties | Required Experience | Skill Level | Supervision |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perform highly skilled duties with considerable internal/external contacts
Must exercise independent judgment and perform self decided tasks Personal accountability similar to faculty/staff or administrative positions |
Substantial previous work or educational experience
Typically an undergraduate with exceptional skill or experience in a particular field |
Skilled and knowledgeable in all required duties
Performs duties independently with minimal job training Prioritizes and performs multiple tasks with great attention to detail |
Performs independently with minimal supervision
Exercises independent judgment and initiative May require supervision, training, and evaluation or other student employees Instruction and evaluation of student progress may be involved |
Example:
Database Programmer Applicants must create queries and design databases. The job may also require work with programs such as SIS/Banner architecture, Web development/HTML experience-Flash, Cold Fusion, ASP, dBase, SQL, or similar. Experience with Microsoft Office products, particularly Access and Excel is a plus.