CBWS CAC Human Services Program Assistant

HIRING FOR 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR - FALL 2026 START DATE

IMPORTANT: STUDENTS MUST HAVE A STATE OR FEDERAL WORK AWARD TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR COMMUNITY BASED WORK STUDY POSITIONS. 
Students who are unsure if they have a state or federal work award - please contact finaid@stolaf.edu to find out what type of work award you have.

Job Title: Human Services Program Assistant (2026-27 academic year)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:

Community Action Center (CAC)

1651 Jefferson Parkway, Suite HS-200, Northfield, MN 55057

Department Name: Community Based Work Study

Unit Number (5 digits): 

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Lisa Percy, CAC Project Manager

Wage Range: $13.50-15.50/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

The Human Services Program Assistant will provide essential support to CAC by assisting with administrative, outreach, and programmatic tasks. This position is ideal for a student interested in gaining hands-on experience in social services, community engagement, and nonprofit work. As a student work-study assistant, you will have the opportunity to contribute to various human services programs and services that support individuals in Rice County. This position is for the 2026-27 academic year, with a September 2026 start date.

Transferable Skills: 

• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Learn about community resources and the workings of human services programs

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Help with executing community mailings
• Assist with seasonal programs and projects as needed
• Assist with data entry, documentation, and file management
• Help coordinate program activities, events, and community
• outreach efforts
• Help maintain and update program databases and spreadsheets
• Provide support for any additional tasks or projects as needed

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

• Reliable
• Interest in social services, human services, or related fields
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.