• Student Assistant

    State of Michigan (New Haven, MI)


    Student Assistant

     

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    Student Assistant

     

    Salary

     

    $12.48 - $29.57 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    New Haven, MI

     

    Job Type

     

    Non Career

     

    Job Number

    1901-26MD-186DOC-MCF

    Department

     

    Civil Service Commission

     

    Opening Date

     

    12/12/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    12/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

     

    Bargaining Unit

    NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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    Job Description

    Launch Your Career in Human Resources!

     

    Are you a driven, detail-oriented student looking to gain real-world experience in a fast-paced, professional environment? Join the Human Resources team atThumb Correctional Facilityand take the first step toward a rewarding career in HR and public service!

     

    As aStudent Assistant, you won’t just be filing papers—you’ll be a valued team member supporting meaningful projects that impact daily operations.

     

    This is your chance to build your résumé, sharpen your skills, and make a difference—all while working alongside experienced HR professionals.

    What You’ll Do:

    + Provide hands-on administrative and para-professional support to the HR office

    + Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and employee file management

    + Prepare reports, draft correspondence, and support special HR projects

    + Gain exposure to real HR systems, policies, and procedures

    + Contribute to a team that values integrity, service, and excellence

    What We’re Looking For:

    + A student currently enrolled in a college or university

    + Someone withhigh integrity, astrong work ethic, and apositive attitude

    + Excellentcommunication skills—both written and verbal

    + Proficiency inMicrosoft Office Suiteand general computer applications

    + Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage time effectively

    + Availability to workat least 4 days per week,5–7 hours per day

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Gainreal-world HR experiencein a unique and impactful setting

    + Work with a supportive team that’s invested in your growth

    + Build professional skills that will set you apart in any career path

    + Flexible scheduling to accommodate your academic commitments

     

    Ready to Apply?

     

    Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your availability and interest in the position. We’re excited to meet the next member of our HR team!

     

    Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD-SA%20DOC.pdf)

     

    Required Education and Experience

     

    Currently enrolled in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. Specific information on the education and experience required for different class levels is in thejob specifications of the Student Assistant class. (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StudentAssistant.pdf)

     

    Alternate Education and Experience

     

    Student Assistant positions cannot exceed 129 working hours in a calendar month and must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per term, providing proof of enrollment at the start of each term. Student Assistant appointments end the month in which the student graduates or is no longer enrolled in school. A Student Assistant position cannot exceed six years unless otherwise approved by Human Resources.

    Accommodations

    If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

     

    Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time.

     

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    STUDTAST – Are you currently enrolled in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution? If so, please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript.

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    02

     

    Please briefly describe your education and administrative support experience.

     

    03

     

    How would you define customer service in your own words?

     

    04

     

    What is your approach to teamwork?

     

    05

     

    Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and evidence of enrollment to an educational institution? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

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    Employer

     

    State of Michigan

     

    Department

     

    Civil Service Commission

     

    Address

     

    400 S. Pine Street, P.O. Box 30002

     

    Lansing, Michigan, 48909

     

    Phone

     

    800-788-1766

     

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