Student Wage Guidelines

Entry-level positions requiring the performance of routine tasks. Does not require previous work experience. Students will need training to learn the skills required for the position. The position requires direct supervision. Positions at this level would include: 

• Engineering Ambassadors/Community Advisors
• Peer Learning Assistant (PLA)
• Student Office Assistants
• Tutors
• Grounds Student Worker
• Snow Removal Team

Positions requiring a moderate level of knowledge or skill, and performance of moderately complex tasks based on some experience or training. Duties require a general knowledge of the functions of the department, a high level of dependability, and often involve the supervision of other student employees or department programs. Positions at this level would include:  

• Lab Assistant
• Lifeguards/Swimming Instructors
• Service Desk Specialists 

Responsibilities may include regular independent supervision and/or coordination of programs and/or projects involving highly complex equipment and analysis of data. Other responsibilities include regular independent decision making and may involve day-to-day supervision of student employees. The decisions of students in these positions may affect the total operation and success of a project or program. Limited, if any, supervision. Offering wages on the higher end of the level III structure will require highly developed specific skills, completion of related graduate-level coursework or significant previous work experience (2+ years). 

Positions at this level would include:  

• Campus Center Buildings Managers  
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 
• Undergraduate Research Assistants  

In rare cases, there may be a position that warrants a higher pay rate. The scope and responsibilities may be like Level III with elevated expertise and specialized skills.