Student Employment Handbook

First Time Student Workers

Welcome all Kent State University student employees. The following guidelines are intended to assist you as a new employee here at Kent State University. If you are unable to find an answer on our Student Employment Services page, please contact the Career Services Center at (330) 672-2360 or visit us in room 261 of the Michael Schwartz Center, Monday through Friday from 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. We also encourage you to review the Student Employment Handbook for further helpful information. We wish you continued success here at Kent State.

• Prior to beginning your first day of work, you need to complete the necessary paperwork to ensure you are paid accurately and promptly. In order to complete the paperwork in the Career Services Center, you will need to bring with you proper identification. Please view the list of acceptable documents prior to visiting the Career Services Center.
  Complete Student Employment 101: Complete this online-interactive learning tool for student employees in any position, on any campus of Kent State University. By completing this fun - yet informative - quiz, you will discover how to find and keep a campus job, when and how paychecks are distributed, how to make the most of your student employment experience, and much more!
  Dress Code: We encourage you to review the dress code guidelines prior to your first day of work with your new supervisor. Dress code requirements may vary depending upon the office with which you are employed.
  Absences: Notify your supervisor in a timely manner whenever it is necessary to be absent from work. Students should establish a record of their supervisor's name and phone number for this purpose.
  Adhere to Policies: Abide by the policies and guidelines of your employing department and observe appropriate workplace behaviors. Remember, you represent your department's interests to other students, faculty, and visitors to the University.
  Perform Work Duties: You should learn through departmental training and your own initiative the responsibilities required of your position and satisfactorily perform these job duties. In most departments you will receive periodic evaluations regarding your work performance. Your supervisor may even recommend a pay raise based on your level of performance and become a valuable source for letters of reference upon graduation.
  Maintain Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality regarding workplace issues and information including, but not limited to, releasing or sharing information about other students. You should not remove files or other materials from the workplace.
  
• Follow Safety Rules: Follow all departmental and campus rules concerning safety. Safety is paramount at every campus work site.