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Student Employment

Job Classification & Pay Range System

Table of Contents

  1. Pay Rates
  2. Job Classifications
    1. Student Assistant I (4101)
    2. Student Assistant II (4102)
    3. Student Assistant III (4103)
    4. Student Assistant IV (4104)
    5. Student Assistant V (4105)
    6. Student Assistant VI (4106)
  3. Salary Survey and Cost of Living Adjustment
    1. How to determine a student's new wage
  4. Compensation Plans
    1. Samples
    2. Current Compensation Plans

Pay Rates

Fall 2008, Spring 2009, and Summer 2009

Minimum to Maximum
Title:
  • Student Assistant I $7.02 to $10.01
  • Student Assistant II $8.72 to $11.21
  • Student Assistant III $9.77 to $12.56
  • Student Assistant IV $10.94 to $14.07
  • Student Assistant V $12.25 to $15.75
  • Student Assistant VI $13.72 to $18.00*

Fall 2007, Spring 2008, and Summer 2008

Minimum to Maximum
Title:
  • Student Assistant I $7.02 to $9.67
  • Student Assistant II $8.42 to $10.83
  • Student Assistant III $9.43 to $12.13
  • Student Assistant IV $10.56 to $13.58
  • Student Assistant V $11.83 to $15.21
  • Student Assistant VI $13.25 to $18.00*

*$18.00/hr is the campus maximum for a student employee.

Student Employment Job Class Descriptions

STUDENT ASSISTANT I (4101):

This class describes unskilled or entry-level training positions. These positions generally perform one identifiable set of duties so there is little variety. There is no latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps, determining own methods, or exercising significant judgment. Very specific instructions are clearly stated and readily available. This class may be used as a training level for a higher class.

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: filing, reception, library assistant, sorting and routing mail, unskilled word processing, lab helper (e.g. clean-up, preparation of solutions), custodian, or food service worker.

STUDENT ASSISTANT II (4102):

This class describes routine and repetitive work where there is variation of duties requiring some judgment. These positions require little, if any, previous or specific knowledge, skill or experience. Employees often perform tasks which require the use of special equipment or tools (e.g. standard lab equipment, duplication equipment, grounds equipment, computer access or entry of data, or operation of audio-visual equipment). Assignments may include latitude for altering the sequence of processing steps by choosing alternatives from a standard set of procedures. Training positions receive the necessary preparation for entry to a higher class.

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: switchboard operation, groundskeeper, day care aide, library assistant, clerical/office/staff assistant, manual labor, audio-visual technician, parking attendant (issuance of citations), data entry, reception, grader, testing assistant, art model, childcare aide, duplicating and printing assistant, or simple lab work.

STUDENT ASSISTANT III (4103):

This class describes developmental and/or semi-skilled positions requiring the application of various knowledge and experience. These employees usually perform more independently and require less supervision of detail. Duties may involve greater variety. Work generally requires 1-2 semesters or previous experience, course work or training. This class may be used to provide further training for a higher class.

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: skilled typing, leadworker, cook's assistant, lab assistant (e.g. assisting with or running routine tests, experiments, or analysis given specific procedures but requiring some judgment in the execution), security worker, vehicle driver, 2nd year clerical/office support assistant, computer operator, technical assistant, peer advisor, cashier (entry), police dispatcher intern, or daycare group leader.

STUDENT ASSISTANT IV (4104):

This class describes full operating and/or skilled positions. Employees perform independently and require minimal supervision. Instruction is provided only for new or unusual situations. Employees possess all the relevant knowledge, experience or skill to perform duties independently. Generally requires 3-4 semesters or equivalent experience.

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: advanced clerical/office staff assistant (e.g. 3rd year in position which now requires extensive job responsibility and autonomy), advanced technical assistant, accounting assistant, computer programmer aide, personal computer specialist, lab researcher (moderate supervision), tutor, peer advisor (advanced), cashier (experienced/trained), or police dispatcher.

STUDENT ASSISTANT V (4105):

This class describes supervisory and/or advanced level positions. Supervisory employees supervise three or more subordinate student employees, including the authority to make hiring selections, schedule work, approve leave, and counsel employees on performance. Duties at the advanced level are typically more complex. Employees perform without direct supervision (except for infrequent occasions involving the most complex situations). Work is typically reviewed for end result. Generally requires student to be 1-2 semesters short of degree and/or possess several years of experience.

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: food service student supervisor, advanced lab assistant (runs own subjects, may supervise lab helpers) clerical supervisor, custodial supervisor, computer programmer (requires original coding), or advanced technical accounting, web page administrator, statistical analyst, various other positions in which this employee supervises 3 or more subordinate employees, program specialists, or student services specialists.

STUDENT ASSISTANT VI (4106):

This class describes second level supervisory, graduate level positions and/or positions requiring highly advanced skills. Supervisory employees supervise three or more subordinates with at least one being a Student Assistant III. Graduate level employees possess the appropriate bachelor's degree and/or apply the knowledge gained to the assignment. [This job class should not be confused with the student faculty 400 series job classes].

Some UCCS examples of work or positions may include: teaching assistant, entry level accountant, library technician, student services specialist, computer programmer (highly advanced), engineering specialist, grant writer, various other positions in which employee supervises 3 or more subordinate employees including at least one being a Student Assistant III.

2008-2009 Salary Survey/Cost of Living Increases for Student Employees

UCCS (and the rest of the CU campuses) are implementing the salary survey increases for student employees for the Fall 2008 term (Effective 8/10/08). The increases are in concert with the State Salary Survey increases that begin on 7/1/08 for classified staff.

These cost of living increases are in addition to any raises you may be giving your employees for merit, increased responsibility, longevity, etc. You should give your students other raises according to your current Compensation Plan. If you revise your plan, make sure that all students are treated equally and not arbitrarily. Please send us an electronic copy of your Plan if you do revise it (stuemp@uccs.edu).

Your department’s current compensation plan and job descriptions are now available on the web at: http://www.uccs.edu/stuemp/On Campus.htm.
Please check your department’s listings there for accuracy and submit any updates/changes to us via email attachments.

The new minimum and maximum rates for each job class are listed at the top of this page. The Student Employment Office will automatically adjust students who are currently still active on the PSHR system—those who are currently working this summer term who will continue for the fall term.

However, as you post Fall jobs for SEAN’s Place and as you hire new student employees for the Fall term, it is imperative that you use the new pay rates on the Job Orders and Job Data Worksheets (JDW’s) as you complete them. Remember, JDW’s are required to rehire/reappoint all student employees for the fall term EXCEPT those who were reappointed during the summer term.

The wage increases will range from $0.34 to $0.48 per hour—depending on the job class and the student's respective placement in the range of the job class. (These increases are approximately 3% in most cases—paralleling the increases to the state job classes at and/or near the bottom of their respective ranges).

If you haven't already, be sure to place your Fall Job Orders with us now!! Go to the Employer Job Posting Information employers on our web site. Students may begin viewing jobs on SEAN's Place beginning 7/21/08; they may begin working for Fall term on 8/10/08!!

Summer term pay rates remain the same through 8/9/08.

How to determine a student's new wage:

  • IF THEIR WAGE WAS AT THE MINIMUM OR MAXIMUM of the job class, simply look at the
    pay rates on the web for the new range minimum or maximum amount.
    (i.e. Student Assistant II--was a min of $8.42; new min is $8.72).
  • FOR ALL OTHER EMPLOYEES NOT AT THE MIN OR MAX of the range, use the
    following to determine their new wage:
    Student Assistant I—add $0.34 to their current wage
    Student Assistant II—add $0.34 to their current wage
    Student Assistant III—add $0.38 to their current wage
    Student Assistant IV—add $0.43 to their current wage
    Student Assistant V—add $0.48 to their current wage
    Student Assistant VI—add $0.47 to their current wage
  • If you have any questions or require assistance, please call the
    Student Employment Office at x3454. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.

Compensation Plans

Every employer is required to submit compensation plans that outline the pay structure of their department. The student employment department posts these on the student employment website so that they are made available to the public.

Sample Compensation Plans

Current Compensation Plans

Current/Actual Departmental Compensation Plans and Job Descriptions:
On-campus employers
Off-campus employers