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Work-Study
Placement Dates for Fall 2008
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Placements begin in the PEP office (Lower Level of Kumble Hall) on
Wednesday,
August 25, 2008 and
end on Friday,
October 24, 2008,
Monday through Friday, 9:30am-11:30am & 2-4pm
(Students cannot begin workstudy work until the first day of classes)
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What
is Federal Work-Study?
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The
College Work-Study program is designed to provide on-campus, part
time jobs for undergraduate students with financial need. This
awarded money may be applied to the student's tuition, educational
needs (textbooks, supplies) or personal expenses. To receive College
Work-Study, a student must apply for financial assistance by completing
a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form and demonstrate
need as determined by the federal government.
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| How
much will I make? |
As
a first time Work-Study student, your hourly wage will be $7.15
on the
C. W. Post campus. Your total dollar award for the academic
year depends on when you apply, your level of need, and the funding
level of the school. Each year the awarded amount may change based
on your financial need.
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| How
many hours may I work? |
You
may not exceed the awarded amount of money, so your hours will
be based upon how much you are granted. No student is permitted
to work more than 20 hours a week while school is in session,
however during intercession or breaks while classes are not in
session, you may work up to 35 hours a week.
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How
will I be paid?
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Timesheets
track all your working hours. Timesheets are submitted to Personnel
and then forwarded to Payroll. You will receive a paycheck biweekly.
Your check may be picked up at the Bursar’s office on the assigned
day or thereafter. You will need to show a valid C.W. Post ID
card or driver’s license.
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| What
is the work-study procedure? |
To
begin the process, register for the JobNet system at www.liu.edu/pep.
Click the Student/Alumni Login link next to the JobNet logo
and then the CLICK HERE TO REGISTER link on the next page.
When
you have completed the form and clicked the Register button,
you will be able to search for your Workstudy job online.
Select
the JOB SEARCH link in the grey JobNet toolbar and then select
WORKSTUDY in the position type field of the search form. Click
the SEARCH button.
All
available workstudy jobs will appear on the results page. To
learn more about a particular job, click on the blue job title. Select
at least 3 possible jobs as the job you want may be filled
by the time you arrive at the PEP Office.
When
you have selected your jobs, go to the PEP office between August
25 and October 24, from 9 am to 11:30 am or 2 pm to 4 pm to
complete your Application and Approval Letter and to find out
where to go for your assignment.
After
your Approval Letter has been signed by your supervisor, you
will need to complete tax forms at Personnel. You MUST complete
these forms to officially be placed on University payroll.
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For hiring purposes
students must bring provide a copy of a birth certificate or
a social security
card and a valid photo ID (driver's license or C. W.
Post ID card). A U.S. Passport will satisfy both requirements. |
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A copy of the social security card is required as part of the University hiring process. |
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What
types of positions are available? |
Most
positions on campus will be in campus offices and include administrative
duties: answering phone calls, filing, photocopying, faxing, assisting
department with general projects. Other positions on campus may
include library clerk, laboratory assistant, recreation center
assistant, museum assistant, academic tutor, to name a few. You
may work in a department that complements your academic studies
or one that is simply of interest to you.
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What
else should I know about Federal Work-Study?
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Positions
on campus are limited so it is in your best interest to interview
and secure a position early on, even before the semester begins.
Your award letter will state a date in August at which you
may begin the work study assignment process. |
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Failure
to comply with your schedule or department rules may result
in the termination of that job. |
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You
must remain in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of
2.0 (C) to continue receiving Work-Study. |
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For
changes or questions regarding the dollar amount awarded please
contact Financial Assistance at 516-299-2338 |
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For
additional information regarding Federal College Work-Study, please
contact:
Financial Assistance: (516) 299-2338
Professional Experience & Career Planning: (516) 299-2251
Personnel: (516) 299-2253
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