Benefits for student and part-time staff at the Union include:

• Students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 are eligible for an annual scholarship in the amount of $500 ($250 per semester) from the Union.
• Hourly student employees are exempt from social security and Medicare taxes being withheld. This is commonly referred to as FICA; the current FICA rate is 7.65% of gross wages.
• Students enjoy a flexible work schedule because school is priority number one.  
• Students can participate in the many fun Union employee social events.
• Student employees receive discounts at Campus Store, Cats’ Den, Bowling Center, & select Union restaurants. 
• Students enjoy easy access to work by staying right here on campus. 
• The pride that comes along with working at the #16 ranked best college union in the country! (According to CollegeRank.net, 2017)
• Advancement opportunities are available.
• Learn and develop essential skills for the future:
  • Dependability/Accountability
  • Work Ethic
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Career-Specific Responsibilities
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Motivation and Initiative
  • Teamwork
  • Organization/Time-Management
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Diversity-Minded
  • Safety-Consciousness
  • Leadership 

ID Center Assistant

Pay Range: $9.00/hour

Application Requirements: Union Application

Key Functions:

•  Accept deposit/payments for Cat Cash accounts, Gift Cards, Departmental Dining Cards, and other accounts handled in the K-State ID Center. Must be able to explain to customers accurately what the various accounts are and how they may be used. Complete these transactions by properly handling cash and other tender methods and posting the information into the correct computer program. 
• Make new and/or replacement IDs for University students, faculty, and staff by verifying they have been accepted or employed by K-State through proper documentation. Complete the correct forms with necessary information and accurately post this information into the computer programs and produce the cards utilizing the card printer. 
• Abide by University and Union policies and procedures regarding the security of student records. 
• Demonstrate high standard of customer service. Answer phone calls made to the ID Center. Accurately answer questions for customers or transfer them to the proper individual or department to answer questions or address their needs. 
• Record daily/monthly number of IDs replaced and record and post ID bill payments. 
• Be familiar with and assist with the daily operating and closing procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities: 

• Experience in handling and reconciling cash.
• Excellent customer service skills. 
• Ability to work independently and be organized.

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Maintenance Assistant

Pay Rate: $9.00/hour

Key Functions:

• Assist in repairing equipment and structural items in the Union.
• Assist in troubleshooting leaks, stoppages, and inadequate supply or faulty operations of water, steam, gas and airlines.
• Make appropriate repairs to help prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain a safe environment in the shop by cleaning and storing appropriate tools.
• Assist in duties that may pertain to cleaning the plaza, painting, staining, varnishing, fixing light fixtures and emergency lights testing.
• Operate a two-way radio.
• Demonstrate a high standard of customer service by assisting customers throughout the building.

Additional Information:

• Experience using basic tools such as a hammer, screwdriver, etc.
• Experience using power tools such as saws, drills, etc.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time while having to bend repeatedly.

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