Student Employment Opportunities

There are many jobs on-campus, including work study, dining services, and various jobs through Student Activities and Athletics.

ACES (Auxiliary Campus Enterprises and Services)

ACES hires many students to support the Dining Services operations as well as the Campus Stores. Please contact the manager of the unit where you would like to work. A work schedule that complements your academic schedule is important, so make sure to bring your schedule and be ready to start. Employment is on a first-come first served basis. These positions are available regardless of financial aid. Contact the ACES Human Resources Director for more information:

David Sengstock
Administrative Offices/Central Dining Hall
Phone: (607) 587-4045
Fax: (607) 587-4339
E-mail: sengstd [at] alfredstate [dot] edu

Work Study

Further information regarding Work Study employment may be received from the Financial Aid Office at (607) 587-4253 or by e-mail: fao [at] alfredstate [dot] edu. Examples of departments who hire Work Study employees and the types of positions and associated job duties available at Alfred State College:

• Agriculture and Veterinary Technology:
  • Landscape Assistants - Assist with grounds maintenance and winterizing
  • Office Assistants - Aid department instructors with copying, filing, setting up labs
• Alumni:
  • Student Callers - Request donations via the telephone from alumni and parents
• Athletics:
  • Assistants - Provide clerical help and/or aid in the set-up/cleanup of games
  • Lifeguards
• Computer Center:
  • Help Desk Technicians - Man the help desk, assist user support technicians, provide laptop hardware and software support
  • Lab Associates - Monitor open computer labs on campus
• Farm:
  • Horse Caretaker - Feed, water, exercise the farm's horses
  • Assistant Herdsman - Perform many duties involved in the daily operation of the farm, includes milking and feeding of the dairy cows
• Financial Aid:
  • Peer Tutors - Assist students and/or parents with the financial aid process; also involves general clerical responsibilities
• Library:
  • Circulation Assistant - Check in, out, and re-shelve library materials to the general college population and the local community
• Management and Engineering Technology:
  • Lab Assistants - Set up labs and prepare handouts
  • Technicians - Complete minor equipment repairs
  • Clerical - General office responsibilities such as copying, typing, filing
• Physical and Health Sciences:
  • Lab Assistant - Assist in biology and chemistry labs by washing glassware and lab tables
• Student Activities:
  • House Managers - Responsible for the management of student lounges
• Wellsville Campus:
  • Office Assistant - Answer telephone, copy, file
  • Maintenance Assistant - Mow lawns, prune shrubs, remove trash, paint, light carpentry, snow removal
  • Cleaner - Mop dining hall, remove trash, general cleaning responsibilities
  • House Manager - Supervise activities center during lunch hour and late afternoons

Residential Staff

Ever consider using your residence hall experience to build your resume? Take advantage of leadership opportunities right within your own living area. For more information about opportunities for residential student staff positions, contact Residential Life at 1-800-4-ALFRED.

Resident Assistant

Serve as a real "community builder" and role model/resource person for 12-25 people on your floor and get paid too! Build a strong community on your floor by sponsoring educational and social programs. Enforce college policies. Maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for your residents.

FRESH Program Offerings

Residential student staff are required to participate in in-service training during their entire tenure.

Department of Student Activities and Orientation

The Department of Student Activities and Orientation has several year round positions students can apply for.  If you're interested, e-mail us at piercebb [at] alfredstate [dot] edu anytime. Below, we've provided positions offered within the department.

• *House Manager (Orvis, Pioneer, Wellsville Student Activities Center)
• Late Night Events (Friday and Saturday evening positions)
• Civic Engagement and Activism Coordinator
• Office Managers
• Orientation Leaders (summer position)
• Publications and Promotions Interns (Channel 3)