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Alumni & Career Services Student Employee


Job Location:

Grand Junction, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 8 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. Its this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing knowing that there is no perfect solution no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage weve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change overcoming challenges and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every this community rooted in love and dignity curiosity thrives leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the Westthe spirit that our region embodieswe emerge as a force for positive change harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love -Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity -Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from afoundation of goodwill
Courage -Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility -Suspending ones ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open tothe input of others
Resiliency -Investing in the future by adapting to changes overcoming challenges and pursuingOpportunity
Curiosity -Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power -The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

JOB DESCRIPTION

CMU Alumni &

Career Services

Student Team Member Job Description

Our Culture

Career Services empowers students and alumni to achieve their career goals by providing comprehensive resources personalized guidance and meaningful opportunities. Through career exploration workshops fairs and on-campus employer visits we foster an environment where students can actively shape their career paths. We also collaborate with employers to build strong connections with the campus community helping them meet their recruitment needs and hiring goals

Opportunity

Develop and strengthen your customer service skills
Become a resource for students regarding how to navigate and understand all aspects of Career Services
Understand and reflect on your own career development and journey

Job Responsibilities

As a student employee you will be expected to fulfill a year commitment primarily assisting with:

Engaging in all aspects of working at the front desk of the Career Center
Accepting tasks and projects as assigned including Alumni & Career Services event assistance
Manage the CMU Business Closet at all locations accepting donations and sorting/bagging items
Assisting the Alumni & Career Services staff with ACS events (including set-up and tear-down)
Ensuring office is well organized clean and maintained
Updating information packets providing a high-level of attention to detail
Answering the Career Services phone politely and professionally
Providing friendly customer service to students alumni and employers and be knowledgeable of campus/community resources
Assisting with checking and responding to the Career Services main email account
Assisting students with the operation of Handshake and other ACS resources
Making appointments for Career Services professional staff utilizing Handshake appointments function and Microsoft Outlook calendar
Performing accurate and detailed data entry when needed

Training

ACS Student Team Members are considered an essential part of Alumni & Career Services and will be required to attend training sessions at the beginning of the semester as well as scheduled team meetings.

Qualifications

Have an interest in helping other college students
Demonstrate excellent oral written and interpersonal communication
Be able to work independently take initiative and solve problems
Must be reliable punctual organized and detail-oriented
Be outgoing and energetic and have excellent customer service skills (in person and over the phone)
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Maintain professional behavior and dress appropriately (business casual)
Maintain a high level of confidentiality of student information
Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with a team of professionals and other students
Be a current undergraduate CMU student in good academic standing

Compensation

Work Study or MAVworks award required; to verify your award status view the Financial Aid Offers link in your MAVzone
Students will start at an hourly rate of $15.16

To Apply & Questions

Submit a professional resume and cover letter to Handshake.

For questions about the application process or position please email Brendan Ryan ()

For more information about the Alumni & Career Services office visit our website: accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

HOW TO APPLY:Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic addition please be prepared to upload a:

  • Cover letter (Optional)

  • Resume