Student Employee (Federal Work Study/Budget Eligible) Student Success & Advising *Multiple Vacancies - Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York at Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Student Employee (Federal Work Study/Budget Eligible) Student Success & Advising *Multiple Vacancies - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Student Employment Job Type: Part Time Posted On: Thu Jul 30 2026 Job Description:

Job Description:

• Peer Advisors will be able to
• Teach students how to navigate the MCC website
• Understand College policies and procedures with regard to academic advising and registration
• Help students learn about campus resources
• Demonstrate the ability to assist students with setting up their network account
• Assist students with scheduling courses for next semester
• Explain degree requirements as they are displayed in Degree Works
• Understand how to communicate knowledge to peers, parents, and supervisors
• Develop rapport with others to form positive working relationships
• Serve as a role model for other students
• Increase skills for understanding and working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Develop self-knowledge and create a plan to achieve their own educational goals

Function of Position:

Working as a Peer Advisor (PA) is a unique job opportunity for students who enjoy helping people and want to gain professional experience in an office environment. PAs support the Student Success and Advising Services staff throughout the year. PAs will help MCC students navigate all the services, resources, and tools available to them, and support assigned Success Coaches with necessary tasks, in a collaborative learning environment. A Peer Advisor is someone who enjoys helping people and is technically savvy.

This position may be funded through Federal Work Study (FWS) and/or departmental budgetary funds, depending on eligibility and departmental need. Federal Work Study applicants must be approved by the Financial Aid Office prior to employment consideration. If you are unsure of your FWS eligibility, please contact Financial Aid before applying. Applicants must include their M# in any correspondence with the Financial Aid Office.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Staff the Self-Service/Registration area and assist students with scheduling courses for next semester
• Assist students in person and via Zoom with setting up their network account and registering for classes.
• Assist students with the functions of their myMCC account. (Ex. Registration, DegreeWorks, Starfish and Brightspace)
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources and academic support services
• Work with Success Coaches to support them in administrative tasks
• Participate in continual learning opportunities to be proficient and dependable employees upon graduation
• Additional duties as needed

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as a student at Monroe Community College
• Must maintain satisfactory academic progress and be in good academic standing
• Federal Work Study eligibility is required for FWS-funded positions (must be approved by the Financial Aid Office prior to hire)
• Peer Advisors must be personable and able to work with our diverse student body
• Technical knowledge of myMCC portal
• Basic knowledge of campus programs and services
• GPA of 2.5 or above

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Pay Rate: $16.00/hour

Hours per Week: Up to 20 hours/week

Semester Hiring: Fall 2026 Semester

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