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Student Supervisor

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
University Classification: Student ClerkWorking Title:  Student SupervisorDepartment:  Patient Financial ServicesReports to: Erica Johnson UI Job Code:  S110Job Function: Health CareJob Family: Revenue Cycle Job Summary:  The Student Supervisor position is a first-line management position that oversees the day-to-day operations of the student contingent within Patient Financial Services.  The student supervisor(s) will: Be held to professional work standards including: integrity, effective communication, demonstrating collaboration and teamwork, sound decision-making, embracing diversity and maintaining confidentiality in all work-related matters.Be afforded freedom to establish their own work schedule on a semester by semester basis to avoid interfering with their academic workload.Commit to work a minimum of 15 hours per week (maximum 20 hours) during academic semesters with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours/week during university breaks within PFS business hours (Monday through Friday, 6:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.).  The student supervisor(s) will model punctuality for the student employee workforce.Engage in regular communication with PFS management and staff to receive and assess assignments.Address multiple tasks concurrently; organize and coordinate complex projects with varying deadlines.Demonstrate the initiative to seek out new projects and tasks when all projects and tasks have been completed. In this position you may be expected to: Analyze student workflow/capacity to determine student workforce needs.Interview, hire, train and (as needed) discipline new student employeesAssign/delegate student tasksCreate and manage schedulesProcess students’ payrollWork closely with full time staff to ensure their needs are met in a timely mannerEnsure student expectations are met by students throughout the officeScan important documents into appropriate healthcare systemsManage various spreadsheets containing confidential student informationCommunicate with students outside of office hoursRequest student system accessesCoordinate training throughout all departmentsTake on and manage special projects at a moment’s noticeCommunicate both verbally and in writing  Required Qualifications: Registered student at the University of Iowa taking at least 1 semester hour per semesterNot graduating sooner than May 2025Available to work 15-20 hours per work week (Monday – Friday) during the business hours of 6:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. during school semesters.Clear and concise communication skills necessary to effectively relay information to student employees, PFS management/staff and peers (fellow supervisors).Strong attention to detail and proven ability to gather and analyze data and keep accurate records.Demonstrated ability to handle complex and ambiguous situations with minimal supervision.Self-motivated with initiative to seek out additional responsibilities, tasks and projects.Proficiency with computer software applications, i.e. Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) or comparable programs and an ability to quickly learn and apply new systems knowledge. Desired Qualifications & Experience:Availability during University breaks especially winter and summer.Available to be contacted outside of office hours

Lifeguard - Campus Recreation & Wellness Center - UI Student

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
BASIC FUNCTIONResponsible for ensuring the safety of all patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in Recreational Services Pools.RESPONSIBILITIESRecognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.Enforce policies, rules, and regulations for all Recreational Services pools.Inspect the facility and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.Perform maintenance and cleaning duties for general upkeep of the facility.Perform pool chemical tests and complete chemical logs.Complete records and reports.Track and record pool user attendance.Attend and participate in regularly scheduled in-service training sessions.Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength, and endurance).Maintain lifeguarding skills and knowledge on an ongoing basis.Maintain current certifications including any additional safety training.Assist as needed with setup and teardown of aquatic center events.Ensure appropriate pool setup for aquatic center programs.Open and close pool areas during aquatic programs.Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSMandatory attendance at regularly scheduled in-service trainings.Ability to use independent judgment when needed.Must be a currently enrolled high school or college student.WORK HOURSWork schedule of 90 minutes per scheduled shift. The number of shifts available are between 5:45 AM and 10:00 PM. It is flexible on how many shifts per week staff want to work.Availability during University breaks (e.g. Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer) is preferred.LOCATIONCampus Recreation & Wellness Center (CRWC) NEW HIRE REQUIREMENTSAmerican Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is required or Professional Rescuer.Perform pre-employment skills test:100 yard swim completed in <1:45 minutes1 minute tread with a 10lb diving brickRetrieval of object from 17 ft depthCompletion of University of Iowa Bloodborne Pathogens trainingRecreational Services OrientationNOTE:Certifications can be obtained from the Grant Wood Area American Red Cross Chapter, which is based out of Cedar Rapids. Information on all of the upcoming classes that are going on in different facilities in the area. You may also check Recreational Services website (http://recserv.uiowa.edu/programs/aquatics/certification-classes) to see if any classes are added.

Recreational Services Lifeguard

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
BASIC FUNCTIONResponsible for ensuring the safety of all patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in Recreational Services Pools.RESPONSIBILITIESRecognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies.Enforce policies, rules, and regulations for all Recreational Services pools.Inspect the facility and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.Perform maintenance and cleaning duties for general upkeep of the facility.Perform pool chemical tests and complete chemical logs.Complete records and reports.Track and record pool user attendance.Attend and participate in regularly scheduled in-service training sessions.Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength, and endurance).Maintain lifeguarding skills and knowledge on an ongoing basis.Maintain current certifications including any additional safety training.Assist as needed with setup and teardown of aquatic center events.Ensure appropriate pool setup for aquatic center programs.Open and close pool areas during aquatic programs.Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.QUALIFICATIONSMandatory attendance at regularly scheduled in-service trainings.Ability to use independent judgment when needed.Must be a currently enrolled high school or college student.This position is available for Non-University of Iowa students.WORK HOURSWork schedule of 90 minutes per scheduled shift. The number of shifts available are between 5:45 AM and 10:00 PM. It is flexible on how many shifts per week staff want to work.Availability during University breaks (e.g. Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer) is preferred.LOCATIONCampus Recreation & Wellness Center (CRWC) NEW HIRE REQUIREMENTSAmerican Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED is required or Professional Rescuer.Perform pre-employment skills test:100 yard swim completed in <1:45 minutes1 minute tread with a 10lb diving brickRetrieval of object from 17 ft depthCompletion of University of Iowa Bloodborne Pathogens trainingRecreational Services OrientationNOTE:Certifications can be obtained from the Grant Wood Area American Red Cross Chapter, which is based out of Cedar Rapids. Information on all of the upcoming classes that are going on in different facilities in the area. You may also check Recreational Services website (http://recserv.uiowa.edu/programs/aquatics/certification-classes) to see if any classes are added.

Engineering Library Support Assistant

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The Lichtenberger Engineering Library is hiring for the Fall 2026 Semester. Student Assistants are responsible for acquiring job‑related knowledge and performing a broad range of duties across the University Libraries. Student employees support daily operations by assisting library users and maintaining library collections while developing transferable skills in customer service, communication, and time management.  Tasks requiring the use of specialized software are repetitive in nature and do not require the student to know the software prior to hire.Students who are remaining in Iowa City over Summer Break may be able to start prior to Fall Semester and continue into the semester.Core ResponsibilitiesProvide friendly, professional assistance to library users in personShelve, retrieve, and organize library materials according to established procedures Answer basic questions about library spaces, services, and resources Fulfill patron requests by scanning or photocopying materials, paging items for on‑site use and interlibrary loan.Maintain a welcoming and respectful environment Required QualificationsMust be a registered student at the University of Iowa Strong customer service and communication skills Reliability, attention to detail, and punctuality Ability to follow procedures and ask questions as needed Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred QualificationsExperience using the University of Iowa LibrariesPlan to remain in Iowa City year-round including holidays and Summer.Transferable Skills Through this position, students may develop: Interpersonal and teamwork skills Professional communication Time management and prioritization Experience working in an academic library environment Benefits of Working at the Library Customer service, and professional work experienceSet schedule for the semester Bi-weekly pay checks  Library Student Employee Undergraduate Scholarship opportunitiesCompensation: $11/hour

Field House Attendant

Monday, April 13, 2026
BASIC FUNCTIONTo assist in the day to day operation of the Field House for the benefit of the members and the university community. This position is responsible for monitoring the weight and cardio areas for the safety of patrons, cleaning, and issuing equipment upon request. Other duties include carefully handling patron identification cards, laundry procedure, perform scheduled checks of the sauna, steam room and locker rooms. RESPONSIBILITIESKnowledge of all policies and procedures of the facilitiesResponds to all building emergencies (Accidents/Injuries, Inclement Weather, etc)General understanding of the operation of the FHKeep facility in excellent condition while also providing great customer service to our membersConduct routine cleaning of fitness equipmentEnsures outstanding customer serviceWorks cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goalsPromotes a safe, clean, functional and marketable facilityEnforces regulations regarding use of equipment and facility policies and proceduresConsistent supervision of laundry suppliesMonitoring and scheduled checks of the locker rooms, sauna and steam roomInformed on the locker rental processAssist with locker clean out at all recreation facilitiesAccurately document and secure all items turned into the lost and foundMay be required to work special events outside normal hours of operationPerforms other work as assignedQUALIFICATIONSOutstanding customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situationsMandatory attendance at semester training meetingsAbility to use independent judgment when needed and strong problem-solving skillsWORK HOURSMust be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays & breaks (works 2 of the 3 breaks). Weekends include working at least 2 football games per seasonTRAINING REQUIREMENTSCriminal Background Check upon hireFERPA training Completion of University of Iowa Bloodborne Pathogens trainingRecreational Service Orientation

RAGBRAI Truck Driver Assignment

Friday, April 10, 2026
RAGBRAI Truck Driver Opportunity:The University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is seeking a RAGBRAI Truck Driver to assist with transportation on July 18th from approximately 8 a.m. to no later than 6:30 p.m. and then again on July 25th from approximately 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This driving assignment will pay $350 total. Duties include:Pick up the rental pick-up truck with bike rack attached from Hertz.Drive the vehicle with team to the designated drop-off location in Onawa, Iowa and back to Iowa City on July 18th. Drive to final RAGBRAI location in Dubuque, Iowa to pick up the team and back to Iowa City on July 25th. Additional details:The driver may be responsible for covering certain expenses (fuel) upon returning vehicle.All expenses will be reimbursed after completion of the trips. 

Delivery Driver

Thursday, April 9, 2026
The University Surplus is seeking student employees for pick up and delivery. Duties will include: Pick up and delivery of furniture/equipment, along with other duties as assigned.Free, on-site parking.We currently have multiple positions available in University Surplus. Must be available Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00am and 3:30pm; (prefer 4-hour blocks of time). Hours will be flexible to up to 20 hour per week (more in during breaks and summer).Must be University of Iowa student. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driving standards. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. (TO APPLY: Please email the completed attached form to Brian Mead at brian-mead@uiowa.edu). Please note we are located south of the main campus across the highway from Colonial Bowling Lanes, and south of the Iowa City airport. Transportation will be required to get to the Mossman Business Services Building. State agency employers in Iowa are required to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. University of Iowa employees, including those who work remotely or out-of-state, are subject to E-Verify.

Student Clerk at IOWA Healthcare

Thursday, April 9, 2026
HIRING FOR STUDENTS WITH SUMMER & CONTINUED FALL AVAILABILITYWorking Job Title: Student Retail Sales and Merchandising AssociateStudent Job Classification: S310/Sales WorkAbout this job:The Wild Rose Gift Shop has openings for a student Sales Associate to work in the Wild Rose Gift Shop, Kaleidoscope Gift Shop, Retail Storeroom, and Rooftop Café to perform basic retail and customer service functions.Duties to include:·      Cashiering-receiving payment for purchases·      Assist in inventory management·      Receive, unpack, store and stock merchandise·      Work closely with Retail Manager to merchandise product collections·      Assist in daily operating procedures including basic office duties·      Answering and directing phone calls, taking orders for delivery·      Provide excellent customer service What You Will Learn:You can expect to learn skills such as time management, balancing priorities, attention to detail, interpersonal communication, customer service experience, working with people from diverse backgrounds and working as part of a team. Although your student job at UIHC may not be directly related to your future profession, the skills you learn here will help you in your chosen career path and give you valuable work experience to strengthen your resume.  Qualifications:·      Ability to work with a diverse staff and customer base·      Excellent Customer Service Rate of Pay$13.50/hour starting hourly wage, with potential for increases and promotions based on job promotions, performance, and longevity. Required Availability: ·      Must be available some mornings.·      Must be available some weekends.·      Must be available this Summer & Fall 2026 Semester Please include a preferred start date and your shift availability for weekdays and weekends as an attachment to your application. Flexible Shifts available:6:30am - 8:00pm Monday - Friday10:00am-6:00pm Saturday & Sunday. Work Location: Wild Rose Gift Shop University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242 Applicant credentials are subject to verification:Background checks (criminal history, child/dependent adult sexual abuse) will be conducted on final candidates for all positions in UI Hospitals & Clinics.

$14.50 Per Hour - NOW HIRING Summer+Fall+ Student Parking Ramp Attendants!

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Position: Parking Ramp Attendant We are hiring student Parking Ramp Attendants for Summer+Fall! The selected candidate would join us to work both the summer and fall semesters and hopefully beyond! (This is NOT just a summer position.) Are you a current University of Iowa student? (You needed to have been a registered University of Iowa student this past Spring semester or be enrolled for the Summer.)  Are you someone that loves working with people? The University of Iowa Parking & Transportation department is the place for you! Parking and Transportation offers:·        Great pay·        Great culture and friendly working environment·        Flexible schedules The Position:The ideal candidate for a Parking Attendant position is energetic, outgoing, polite, responsible, professional and possesses strong customer service and communication skills. The ability to perform physical activities such as walking briskly and bending are requirements of the position. The Parking Attendant is responsible for assisting daily parking customers at various facilities around campus. This position will interact with the public and must be capable of using appropriate verbal communication. Ability to learn and apply basic knowledge of University of Iowa parking garages is helpful. Applicant must be a current University of Iowa student.·        We operate 7-days a week.·        Shifts range 2 - 3 hours in length. We require a minimum of 12 hours per week which is usually a combination of 4+ shifts. During the Fall semester we require working before some athletic events which are frequently evenings and weekends. As a Parking Attendant, you will be responsible for and expected to:Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner with neat appearance and in uniform at all times while at work.Help customers navigate the self-pay kiosks monitoring patrons in pay-in lanes. Assist and direct exiting traffic across multiple lanes.Serve as the point of contact for questions related to parking in the facility. Have knowledge or willingness to learn surrounding streets, landmarks, freeways, or any other helpful information to be able to provide to guest when needed.Provide quick and pleasant customer service and satisfactionWork some special events (Football or other event parking) as needed which are frequently evenings and weekendsCooperate with all team members to provide the best possible service to all internal and external customersAssist Management in the daily operation of the parking facilityComplete any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.Knowledge, Skills, & Experience Sought:·        Current University of Iowa Student – required·        You needed to have been a registered University of Iowa student this past Spring semester or be enrolled for the Summer.·        Previous customer service experience a plus but not required·        If you have this position, this can be your only paid position with the university. You may have other jobs outside the university, but this can be your only paid job with the university.You MUST fill out the attached application for consideration.Please check your application for accuracy and your most available schedule for the upcoming Summer Semester. Remember: we operate 7 days a week and have a wide variety of available shifts.

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Student Employment Outcomes

  • Development of a professional mindset—treating your student job as a “real job”
  • Provide and promote workplace behavior best practices
  • Foster and promote student career development through employment tips and further professional developmental opportunities
  • Development and understanding of key competencies, transferable skills, leadership on the job, networking abilities, and fostering a sense of professionalism with your peers and supervisors
  • Development of positive peer-to-peer and supervisor interaction techniques to facilitate personal and professional growth
  • Understand the difference between meeting and exceeding expectations and be able to execute strategies to perform at the next level
  • The chance to network and build relationships with professional mentors on campus
  • Increased enrollment retention and graduation rates for on-campus student workers
  • Students working 1-20 hours per week have a higher average GPA than their non-working peers
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Working as a First Year Student

Common Misconceptions

Perception: Students who work while attending school full-time struggle to keep up with their studies because of time management issues and they have a lower GPA than students who don’t work.

Reality: Working while attending school full-time increases the need for students to manage their time and thus helps students establish a more structured routine.

  • From 2010-2023, University of Iowa freshman students who worked between 1-20 hours per week had GPA 0.13 higher than their non-working counterparts.
  • This same data is validated with national statistics. On average, students who work on campus maintain a higher GPA than those who don’t.

Perception: Having a student job affects the focus of students away from the classroom and can cause early drop-out rates.

Reality: No campus activity has shown as much positive influence on a students’ academic success and retention as campus employment. 

On‑campus employers are aware that the students they hire have a #1 priority of doing well in school; therefore, employers are flexible with students’ schedules. 

  • From 2010‑2023, University of Iowa data shows that student employees are retained at a 4.46% higher clip than their non-working peers.

Perception: With less time to focus on academics, student workers struggle to graduate in four years and take much longer to finish their degree requirements.

Reality: Student employees don’t just keep up, but far exceed the University of Iowa graduation rate average at both the 4 and 6-year levels.

  • Since 2010, 4-year graduation rates for students who work on campus are at a 2.93% higher level than the university average.
  • The 6-year graduation rates have an even more significant increase with student employees graduating at a 3.76% higher level.

Perception: It’s just a student job.

Reality: Student jobs develop skills future employers want. The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program prepares students to articulate those skills.

Student Stories

Get a behind-the-scenes look at student life through the eyes of campus employees. These short videos share real stories from students balancing work and school, highlighting the skills they’ve gained, the connections they’ve made, and the impact of their on-campus jobs.

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Resources

The Pomerantz Career Center assists in the professional development of student employees by providing opportunities such as the UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) professional development workshop and the 2-credit hour professional development academic course, along with assistance with Handshake.

Student Employment for Career Success

All-in-one assistance with career and professional preparation. Topics include: the impact of student employment on future employability, strategies for proactive job or graduate school searching and networking, resume and cover letter writing to stand out to employers, interview preparation and execution, and personal branding. 

Requirements: concurrent student employment, on- or off-campus.

Workforce Development Sessions

We offer free professional development sessions to student employees called UI STEPWorkforce Development Program.

These engaging and interactive trainings equip student staff with essential skills that extend beyond their day-to-day job responsibilities. The program focuses on core areas of workforce development and professionalism, helping student employees grow as confident, capable, and career-ready individuals. Topics include transferable skills, leadership, networking, and strategies for exceeding expectations.

Supervising Today's Students

The Supervising Today's Students Series (STS) focuses on developing skills for individuals who supervise and/or represent undergraduate students, while providing insights on how to best lead and support student employees.

Student Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Each year, the University of Iowa honors outstanding contributions through awards recognizing both student employees and their supervisors. Student employees make a meaningful impact across campus, often going above and beyond in their roles. Just as essential are the supervisors who mentor and guide them—an impact reflected in the many heartfelt nominations submitted by students.

Work-Study Eligibility

Each year, around 1,000 undergraduate students are employed through work-study positions. Work-Study is not a grant or a loan but a need-based, part-time employment program in which the government and the employer share the payroll cost of employing you. Work-Study gives you the upper hand of being chosen by an employer since the government directly reimburses them a percentage of your earnings.

Handshake

Handshake is the University of Iowa's online job board. Students can research employers and apply for on- and off-campus jobs. Employers can post their student employment opportunities.

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