Housing Operations Assistant Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.
With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
University Housing - Resident Life
Job Summary
The Student Assistant will support the University Housing as a Resident Director Administrator on the Statesboro Campus beginning Fall 2026.
Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.
Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in all required staff meetings and training sessions, as decided on by complex leadership and/or Assistant/Associate Director of Residence Education
• Meets with Resident Director(s) regularly to assess needs of community leadership and team
• Acquires hall supplies and shopping for programming materials to support community programming
• Manages receipts and petty cash, in accordance with all University System of Georgia and departmental expectations
• Maintains accurate records of all transactions and inventory program supplies
• Effectively communicate with the complex leadership team and Resident Advisor peers regarding needs and support areas of the team
• Assists with Eagle Preview or other welcome/Admissions events for incoming students
• Completes administrative duties (printing/copying, scanning, organizing documents/data entry)
• Monitors and organizes staff and clubhouse supplies and equipment used by complex staff members
• Assists with the completion of room inventories and building opening/ closing tasks, especially during Operation Move In and Operation Move Out time periods
• Assists with building maintenance walkthroughs and submitting work orders, as applicable
• Updates building calendar of events
• Assists with building communication methods (email/newsletter/social media)
• Knows, abides by, and serves as a role model for all University Housing policies
• Serves as a professional ambassador for Georgia Southern through appearance, pleasant demeanor, helpful disposition, and responsive attitude
• Maintains appropriate levels of confidentiality and appropriate use of access to sensitive information, keys, and card access points
• Appropriately address or notify other staff of the need to address any policy violations or crisis management concerns
• Ensures time worked is correctly recorded and in keeping with the policies set forth by the USG and Human Resources

Shift Specifics

• Up to 20 hours per week
• Flexible with schedule of availability
• Shifts available Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Shifts available on nights and weekends

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Proposed Salary
$8.75 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Schedule of Availability

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
December 11, 2026
Application review may begin as early as August 04, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu .
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu .
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position is required to drive.

Background Check

• Motor Vehicle Report