Student Employment Coordinator

The Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Student Employment Coordinator.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.

The Student Employment Coordinator works in coordination with the Director of Student Employment to administer the student employment program at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU). The Student Employment Coordinator assigns and manages student employment awards, facilitates the student hiring process, manages student employment records, completes parts of payroll, and coordinates training, orientation and award programs for student employees and supervisors.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Financial Aid/Student Employment: (45%)

• Assign student employment awards following federal, state and institutional guidelines.
• Ensure that students' earnings do not exceed eligibility and manage requests for award increases.
• Facilitate the recruitment, selection, and placement of students in on-campus positions.
• Counsel students and parents on student employment procedures (i.e. job search, forms, payroll).
• Coordinate contracts with Federal Work Student Community Service partners.
• Keep informed of current trends in student employment and financial aid by participating in training sessions, workshops, and/or attending conferences.
• Supervise student employees working withing the Student Employment office.

Payroll and Record Keeping: (45%)

• Manage collection, review, and entry of employment and payroll forms for student employees.
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of student payroll, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and campus policies.
• Manage background check process for student positions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete required MN New Hire reporting.
• Complete employment verifications for past and current student employees.

Training, Recognition and Orientation: (10%)

• Collaborate in organizing appreciation programs and activities for students and supervisors.
• Assist with orientation and training programs for students and supervisors.

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Employment

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or combined education and experience
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision, prioritize work and meet deadlines in a professional manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with campus stakeholders across roles and functions
• Familiarity with federal and state labor laws preferred

Physical requirements:

• Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods while performing tasks at a desk, computer, or workstation.

Travel requirements:

• Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.
• Occasional travel for conferences may occur.