Federal Work-Study

Federal Work-Study Program at Salisbury University

The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) increases students' opportunities to earn money by working part-time during the school year (5-10 hours per week).

FWS program allows eligible students to earn paychecks to help support their educational expenses by getting part-time jobs with Salisbury University departments. This program helps create additional job opportunities for FWS students by providing federal funding that is used to pay their wages.

FWS funds are limited and require financial need from FAFSA. If your financial aid award notification includes a FWS award, then you are eligible to pursue FWS jobs. Your total earnings cannot exceed your FWS award amount, and your actual earnings will depend on your hours worked and your hourly wage.

The hourly rate for on-campus employment will be at least the current Maryland minimum wage ($15.00).

Eligibility Requirements for Federal Work-Study

The university receives an annual budget of FWS funds from the federal government and offers the available funds to students who demonstrate higher levels of financial need. Students without FWS awards may still pursue many other part-time job opportunities both on and off-campus.

• You must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available online at studentaid.gov.
• You must meet general eligibility requirements which include: Official FAFSA for current aid year (verification must be completed if required)
• You must have financial need from FAFSA
• You must enroll at least half-time (six credits or more) for each semester
• You must accept your federal work study if you wish to pursue a position
• You must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and be a degree-seeking undergraduate student
• After accepting your FWS offer, scroll down to the Federal Work-Study Jobs dropdown to see current openings.

Why choose Federal Work–Study?

There are many benefits:

• Income: Extra money for things you want and need.
• Opportunity: Although you are not guaranteed a job if you are awarded Work–Study, you are much more likely to be hired if you have Work–Study eligibility. In addition, your job will be close to where you study.
• Student–Friendly Schedule: Your employer knows your first priority is as a college student. Employers try to be as flexible as possible in scheduling work hours around your class schedule.
• Future Financial Aid Eligibility: As a financial aid need-based program, Work–Study income (although taxable) does not affect your future financial aid eligibility in the next tax year.
• Work Experience: Students who have job experience and who have worked while attending school are more attractive to future employers. Your supervisor may become an excellent reference.
• Academic Success: Campus research has shown that Work–Study students connect with the campus community, learn about resources available to students, and establish stronger relationships with faculty and staff. This correlates with the fact that students with Work–Study jobs are more likely to stay in school, perform better academically, and graduate.

If you decide not to use your Work–Study award, there is no effect on your grant aid. If you have not been awarded your maximum loan amount, you could qualify for more loan money. If you wish to cancel your Work-Study award and request remaining loan eligibility please contact the Office of Financial &amp Scholarships.

To review FWS frequently asked questions FWS FAQ's

Federal Work-Study Jobs

You must have a Federal Work-Study offer to apply for the jobs listed on this page. Students must accept their FWS offer online through GullNet. Please review the FWS Student Handbook for more information.

Employers interested in having their jobs listed or updated on this page must contact the Financial Aid Office directly.

Last Updated: 1/28/2025

• America Reads Elementary School Tutor
  America Reads

  Job Description: America Reads is a federally funded work-study program that places university students in the community to tutor elementary students in reading/literacy. Students participating in the America Reads program will travel to Prince Street Elementary School or Pinehurst Elementary School and tutor elementary aged children. Once you arrive at the school, you will be paired with a veteran teacher who will assign you students that you will work one-on-one with. On average you will spend up to 8 hours a week assisting your student with reading and comprehension, as well as assisting your teacher in the classroom.

  Qualifications: Education majors preferred but not required, Pass a Background Check (paid for by the university), Commitment to work for one academic school year (August-May)

  Additional Comments: Students placed at Prince Street Elementary will need transportation, while Pinehurst Elementary is about a 10 minute walk from Holloway Hall. At this time, we are seeking to hire 1 Prince Street tutor.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Up to 8 hours a week, during school hours: 8:00am-3:30pm; exact times and dates of the week will be determined by classroom site teacher/supervisor

  How to apply: Send an email with a copy of your resume and cover letter to jjremo@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Jeremiah "JJ" Remo, jjremo@salisbury.edu

• Office Assistant
  Facilities Reservations

  Job Description: General office support including but not limited to: answering phone calls email, etc, taking messages, follow up and respond to inquiries, and assisting walk-ins.
  
  Assisting with updating information in the EMS software. Communicating event changes with other departments.
  
  Contacting customers to follow up on event details.
  
  Data entry and clerical support.
  
  Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. Run errands on campus. Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications: Applicants must possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy; excellent customer service and communication skills; ability to multi-task, Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8am and 4:30pm depending on student's availability.

  How to apply: Contact Scott Garrison via email to apply: sagarrison@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Scott Garrison, sagarrison@salisbury.edu

• Office Support
  College of Health & Human Services, Dean's Office

  Job Description: General Office Tasks: greeting of visitors, basic administrative functions of an office (filing, copying, collating of material), On campus delivery and pick up of material, some computer tasks, and work with Dean's executive administrative assistant to complete other office tasks/projects.

  Qualifications: Qualifications: Applicants must possess a high level of confidentiality, attention to detail and accuracy; excellent customer service and communication skills; ability to multi-task. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8am and 4:30pm depending on student's availability to fit in to their class schedule up to 10 hours a week.

  Additional Comments: This is for the College of Health & Human Services Dean's office and will need to demonstrate professionalism by being on time, dressing appropriately, being respectful).

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8am and 4:30pm depending on student's availability to fit in to their class schedule up to 10 hours a week.

  How to apply: Contact Lisa Nowak, lxnowak@salisbury.edu no later than February 14.

  Contact: Lisa Nowak, lxnowak@salisbury.edu

• Student Office Assistant
  Dean of Students

  Job Description: The Dean of Students Office is seeking a Student Office Assistant.
  
  Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
  - Greeting and assisting walk-in students, parents, faculty, & staff
  - Answering a multi-line phone, answering questions and taking messages as needed
  - Assisting the Exec. Admin. Assistant with a variety of basic clerical tasks, such as making copies, scanning documents, and assisting office staff.
  - Running errands to various locations on campus.
  
  

  Qualifications: This position requires a professional demeanor and appropriate attire. The ideal candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, and have good customer service and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel are preferred. Since the office deals with confidential student information, the signing of an SU confidentiality agreement is required upon hire.

  Additional Comments: The employment period is for the spring 2025 semester, with employment for additional semesters available.

  Number of available openings: 1

  Pay Rate: $15/hr

  Work Schedule: Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Students should be available to work a minimum of 8 - 10 hours per week.

  How to apply: Please email an introductory letter and your resume to Isabella Chow at iachow@salisbury.edu

  Contact: Isabella Chow, iachow@salisbury.edu

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