About the role#
The Thumb Correctional Facility is hiring a Student Assistant to work in our Human Resources office. You will perform support tasks and learn the daily operations of the Michigan Civil Service Commission and the Michigan Department of Corrections.
What you'll do#
- Handle a range of administrative support assignments within the Human Resources department.
- Learn the specific work methods used by the state for personnel and corrections management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in high school, vocational school, technical school, or a post-secondary institution.
- Enrollment in at least six credit hours per term.
- Ability to use automated human resources and computer payroll systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work with attention to detail.
- Comfort working both independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Lapeer, Michigan.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $14.14 to $30.46 per hour.
- Employment type: Non-career.
- Note: This position cannot exceed 129 working hours in a calendar month. Appointments end when the student graduates or leaves school.
About State of Michigan
The State of Michigan operates as a government agency based in Lansing. It employs over 10,000 people across 18 state departments. The organization provides services to more than 10 million residents. Its work spans sectors like healthcare, law enforcement, information technology, and natural resources.
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