Description

This position offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on entry-level experience in human resources administration and HR operations while working in a professional healthcare and higher education environment. The Student Assistant assists with projects, maintains confidentiality of sensitive information, and supports the delivery of HR services to faculty, staff, students, and leadership.Minimum Qualifications

• Actively enrolled USF student for the 2026-27 academic year with FWS award for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
• Interest in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Major or concentration in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• Prior administrative, customer service, or office experience.
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel, databases, or reporting tools.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources.

Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.HR Administration

• Maintain and organize electronic personnel and departmental records.
• Assist with data entry and tracking spreadsheets.
• Monitor shared HR inboxes and route inquiries to appropriate team members.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, interviews, and training sessions.

HR Projects and Reporting

• Assist HR staff with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Compile data for HR metrics, dashboards, and reports.
• Assist with audit preparation and compliance documentation.

Customer Service and Support

• Provide professional customer service to employees, managers, applicants, and visitors.
• Respond to routine HR-related inquiries and direct individuals to appropriate resources.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee and organizational information.