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Assistant Aide
City Colleges of Chicago
Location : Chicago, IL, 60602
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : $19.00/hr
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
College Work Study- Advising (00010644)
🔍 Chicago, Illinois
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- Financial Aid - College Work Study Student
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- TRU0001040 Requisition #
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- Oct 07, 2025 Post Date
Federal Work Study – Assistant AideHarry Truman Campus – Advising Department
City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.
TheFederal Work Study Program(FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education’s regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Student will assist at reception desk, greeting students, faculty and staff entering office
Assists staff in the day-to-day functions of the Office.
Provides support on various projects and assignments as needed.
Provides general office support including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and Data entry.
Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
The Assistant Aide responsibilities are; Answering telephones, and checking department voicemails.
Greeting students, faculty and guests. Helping student’s check-in for advising appointments, and alerting Advisors when students arrive.
Perform other light office tasks; filing, copying etc. Fielding questions via telephone and in person.
Utilize office appliances such as photocopier, printers etc. and computers for word processing, spreadsheet creation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be 16years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit semester hours
Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
All positions are “employment at-will”
Salary Range: $17.00 or $19.00/hr.
Offered rate will be determined based on whether assigned location is on campus or off campus.
Freqently Asked Questions
Success as an Aide in a college work-study environment demands strong communication skills, reliability, and comfort with administrative tasks like data entry and office equipment use. Familiarity with student services and the ability to assist varied campus visitors enrich the experience, making one an invaluable resource in academic advising departments.
An Assistant Aide often balances front desk responsibilities—greeting students and managing calls—with behind-the-scenes duties like filing and data management. Unlike specialized roles, this position requires versatility across administrative tasks, ensuring smooth office flow while directly supporting advising staff and student needs.
An Aide at City Colleges of Chicago can leverage work-study experience to pursue roles in administrative support, student services, or academic advising. Building proficiency in office systems and student interaction often leads to opportunities as office coordinators or program assistants within educational settings.
In Chicago, Assistant Aides typically earn between $17.00 and $19.00 per hour. Variables influencing pay include whether the assignment is on-campus or off-campus, specific departmental budgets, and the individual's experience level, aligning with regional standards for part-time student employment.
At City Colleges of Chicago, an Assistant Aide plays a pivotal role in fostering accessible education by supporting advising departments that guide students’ academic journeys. Their tasks, from assisting visitors to managing office functions, embody the college’s commitment to service excellence and student success.
This Assistant Aide position integrates federal work-study benefits with hands-on campus support, emphasizing alignment with students' academic fields. The scale of CCC, serving over 70,000 learners, creates a dynamic workplace where aides contribute directly to a diverse, community-focused educational system.
Harry Truman campus benefits from solid public transit links, including CTA buses and trains, easing daily commutes for Assistant Aides. However, rush hour congestion may affect travel times. Prospective aides often plan schedules around class and work hours to optimize transit efficiency in Chicago’s urban environment.
With increasing enrollment in Chicago’s community colleges, the need for student aides remains steady, particularly through federal work-study programs. This trend offers ample opportunities for students seeking flexible, skill-building roles that supplement education expenses while gaining practical office experience.
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