Purchasing - Student Assistant, Clerical - FWS Only

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Job Title

Purchasing - Student Assistant, Clerical (25/26) - FWS Only

Student Position Type

Federal Work Study

Appointment Type

Part-Time

FTE

Work Schedule

Flexible -

Purchasing Office Hours:

M-F 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.

Department Manager

Hiring Manager

Deborah Deacy

Number of Vacancies

3

Position Summary Information for Announcement

University Overview

Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.

At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart-Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.

With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

Assist Purchasing Department in various clerical duties.

Specific Duties

File

Answer phones

Match invoices

Process/email/fax orders

Vendor calls

Prepare A/P packets

Misc. duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current University of La Verne student with Federal Work Study eligibility for the 2025-2026 academic year

Computer literate

Personable

Customer service skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel

Phone skills

Clerical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Inventory

Filing

Faxing

Scanning

Telephone etiquette

Benefits Summary

Employees are eligible for the following benefits:

One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.

University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan - can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.

In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.

Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.

Location

La Verne Main Campus

If Other, please specify.

Physical Demands Summary

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?

If yes, list maximum weight and duration

Describe work environment

Hiring Pay Rate

Hourly Rate

$16.50

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2024-251432SE

Special Instructions to Applicants

Federal Work Study students only please.

Open Date

07/07/2025

Close Date

05/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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