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RSS Job Feed | | Department: | Admissions | | Locations: | Syracuse, NY | | Posted: | Oct 10, 2025 | | Closes: | Jun 30, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDT | | Type: | Other | | Position ID: | 193780 | | Share | About Onondaga Community College:
Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni
Job Description:
***This is a Federal Study Work study position*** Student Ambassadors are part of the Admissions whom represent OCC at campus events. The main role of Student Ambassadors is to conduct campus tours for prospective students, family and community members. They may also assist the Office of Student Recruitment by participating in student panels, meeting with visitors to provide a student perspective, and networking to help the community understand all that OCC has to offer. Additionally, Ambassadors may work in the office to assist with event preparation, office tasks, and assisting the Student Recruitment Staff with various projects. Students sign up for shifts when they are available and schedules are flexible to accommodate classes and schoolwork. Shifts are typically one to three hours in length with Open Houses being a full day (once a semester).
Requirements:
- Must have a valid FAFSA on file
- Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA
- Must be matriculated into a program
- Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)
- Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program
- Must be a currently enrolled student in good academic standing (2.0 gpa minimum)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Professional, approachable, and friendly demeanor
- Availability to attend training sessions and scheduled events
- Willingness to work evenings or weekends as needed for special programs
- Availability for Fall and Spring Open House
Additional Information:
- Pay Rate: Starting rate of $15.50 for new Federal Work Studies.
Starting rate of $16.75 for returning Federal Work Studies - Hours of Operations: Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm
To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position: - Visits OCC's Work-Study Page
- Review the Work- Study Checklist & complete and submit the Work Study Interest Form
- Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session. - Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.
Application Instructions:
To be considered, please submit a resume and provide the days and times you are available to work. - If you need assistance creating a resume, please contact the Career Services Center at: 315-498-2585
- For additional questions, please email:
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