On-Campus Employment

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 02/22/2026 This position will involve helping the shop get ready for the School of Music Theater & Dance's productions during the year.  This will mostly involve working in the shop to build and assemble the scenery required for the School's productions.  Carpentry skills and experience with power tools is helpful but not required.  You will also be working on lighting, sound, and other elements that are needed based on the production.  Most work will happen during Weekdays. 

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 02/22/2026 ● Create contracts and invoices.● Contact clients and actively seek new clients on and near campus.● Communicate effectively with the ads director.● Participate in The Post’s social media. (see Social Media Policy)

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 09/22/2025 ● Create contracts and invoices.● Contact clients and actively seek new clients on and near campus.● Build a rapport with national advertising brokers and provide them with thepublication schedule, rate sheets and contact information.● Create the ads list once a week and send it to the editor-in-chief by 5 p.m. onFridays.● Upload all ads to the issue’s corresponding folder on the server by 5 p.m. onFridays.● Track weekly ad sales.● Ensure all ad sizes fit proportionally within the page dimensions of the paper.● Communicate effectively with the editor-in-chief.● Attend weekly editors’ meetings.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 08/25/2025 Golden Grizzlies Band Assistant DirectorMinimum Requirements:Bachelor or Master's Degree in Music. Instrumental Music Education preferred.Experience conducting and rehearsing a large ensemble.Performance experience on an applied instrument found in the ensemble.Duties include:Conduct, rehearse, and lead the Golden Grizzlies Band at each event in which the ensemble is participating. This includes, but is not limited to: Rehearsals, Men’s & Women’s Home Basketball Games, Playoff and Tournament Games (on campus and out-of-state), University Events, Concerts, New Student Welcome/Convocation.Must be able to work and communicate through Google Drive and various Google Docs.Communicating and working with the Director to accomplish weekly tasks. This includes a weekly meeting to discuss upcoming tasks and events.When called upon, communicate the information for each event via text message, email, and phone call. This typically requires an email blast to participating members for each event and text message communication to fill out personnel needs for desired instrumentation.Work with the Athletic Department at each event to determine song and script order. Communicate this to the band prior to the start of the event. When needed as determined by the Director, perform with the Golden Grizzlies Band. Oversee each of the other Golden Grizzlies Band Managers with all equipment set-up and movement for the ensemble. This includes arriving early and staying after each event to help facilitate any equipment needs and set-up. Ensure the instruments and equipment are functional and everyone has an instrument to play. This also includes making sure attendance and library (music) needs are accurate and being completed.Help to maintain the instrument inventory on a Google Drive when assigned.Work with the managers to identify and report damaged equipment needed for repair and train band members on proper care and maintenance of the equipment.Help facilitate and be present at the clean, flush, grease, and oil of all instruments at the end of the season.Help facilitate loading and unloading of equipment trucks and other major equipment moves (i.e. - tournament and off-site games). This includes recruiting extra people to help with any equipment moves.Be able to answer any ensemble-related questions from the band and faculty members.Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Golden Grizzlies Band.

Employer: Oakland University - Physics Expires: 09/04/2025 Assist in relocating and maintaining the teaching and research equipment and to upkeep equipment in the higher-level teaching labs. 

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 12/01/2025 Costume Shop StaffThe costume shop serves 3 departments; Music, Theatre and Dance. With 3 major productions in the fall and 4 major productions in the winter, the shop is always humming with work.  That being said, here are the qualifications needed to be employed in the shop:Good sewing skillsUnderstand commercial sewing patternsBe able to work 10 - 25 hrs/week in nothing less than 2 hour time blocks Be able to follow directionsWork quietlyNo cell phones or media while working

Employer: Oakland University - University Recreation & Well-Being Expires: 09/08/2025 Street TeamJOB SUMMARYAs a member of the Street Team, you will be responsible for educating and raising awareness for University Recreation & Well-Being and the Healthy Campus initiative across campus through a diverse range of activities. You will work with other members of the Street Team to promote the mission and vision of Rec Well and Healthy Campus in engaging and entertaining ways, while still prioritizing the effect and purpose of both instances.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSWillingness to have a more flexible schedule due to the nature of the work you will doAbility to Work Independently and with Others: This job requires you to sometimes represent OU through your own accord and willpower, while also allowing for a space to be collaborative and accepting of others opinionsStrong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.Inclusive Fluency: Ability to be respectful and work well with everyone regardless of race, religion, culture, gender, etc. Should represent themselves and OU Rec Well as a welcoming and inclusive environment.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESPromote Rec Well and Healthy Campus programs, services, resources, and other aspects through a variety of mainly in-person scenarios.Growing the awareness and engagement of health and wellness resources designed to support our OU community of students, staff, and facultyAttending tabling events across campus, informing the OU community of people, departments, and other resources that are tied to Healthy CampusDOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLYHandshake applicationResumeCOMPENSATION$15/hourCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTMust be available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and early mornings.Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings.Act in accordance with the Clery Act as a mandated reporter and carry out responsibilities in reporting a crime on campus as a University Recreation and Well-Being staff member.Must be enrolled part-time, at least 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 4 credit hours for graduate students at Oakland University.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDStreet Team members report directly to the Assistant Director of Fitness and Well-Being. 

Employer: Oakland University - University Recreation & Well-Being Expires: 09/08/2025 Rec Well InfluencerJOB SUMMARYAs a Rec Well Influencer, you will be responsible for educating and raising awareness for both Rec Well and the Healthy Campus initiative across campus through the use of technology and social media. You will work alongside other Influencers to promote the mission and vision of both Rec Well and Healthy Campus in engaging and entertaining ways.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust have a personal Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok account.Accounts must have a following of OU students and must align with Rec Well T.R.I.I.P.S. (Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion, Positivity, Service) values.Willingness to have a more flexible schedule due to the nature of the work you will do.Technologically Adept: Comfortable with a range of technology to create a multitude of content. With that, you must be able to stay up to date with social media trends.Ability to Work Independently and with Others: This job requires you to sometimes represent OU through your own accord and willpower, while also allowing for a space to be collaborative and accepting of others opinions.Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.Inclusive Fluency: Ability to be respectful and work well with everyone regardless of race, religion, culture, gender, etc. Should represent themselves, and OU Rec Well, as a welcoming and inclusive environment.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESUse your personal social media pages to inform the OU community about both Rec Well programs/services and Healthy Campus initiatives as well as general knowledge regarding the mission and goals of Healthy Campus.Contribute in the creation of Rec Well TikToks/IG Reels under the direction of the Marketing Graduate Assistant.Growing the awareness, and engagement of health and wellness resources designed to support our OU community of students, staff, and faculty.Assisting with targeted outreach to ensure each of these groups is represented within our digital space.Attending and/or participating in Rec Well/Healthy Campus events in order to educate and promote programs and services.DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLYHandshake applicationResumeDocument with social media handles and follower countCOMPENSATION$15/hourCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTMust be available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and early mornings.Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings.Act in accordance with the Clery Act as a mandated reporter and carry out responsibilities in reporting a crime on campus as a University Recreation and Well-Being staff member.Must be enrolled part-time, at least 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 4 credit hours for graduate students at Oakland University.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDInfluencers report directly to the Marketing Graduate Assistant.

Employer: Oakland University - Student Tech Center Expires: 10/01/2025 This is a Fall 2025 internship with flexible training, the potential to start in the summer, and the possibility to continue employment beyond the Fall semester. The Helpdesk Technician for Student Affairs & Diversity IT is part of a team of student employees responsible for providing technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, and software throughout 20+ departments within the division of Student Affairs & Diversity. Some duties and responsibilities include: ·   Determine users technical needs and provide them with appropriate solutions.·   Install hardware, software and device drivers on standalone computers.·   Test computer peripherals, hardware and software to ensure that they are working appropriately.·   Upgrade software, patches and operating systems on a continuous basis.·   Troubleshoot hardware and software problems.·   Act as a technical resource to assist users with resolving computer issues.·   Answer tickets, emails and in person computer problems.·   Troubleshoot basic network connectivity problems.·   Maintain documentation of technical maintenance procedures and general help documents. Minimum Qualifications:·   IT/CS/MIS major preferred. Other majors will be considered with minimum qualifications and/or experience met.·   Must be able to learn and support new and quickly-changing technologies.·   Ability to research solutions or information regarding technical issues.·   Ability to work independently and effectively without direct supervision.·   Excellent written and oral communication skills.·   Detail oriented.·   Ability to communicate information technology concepts effectively with others. Desired Qualifications:·   Microsoft Windows and Mac OS troubleshooting experience.·   Microsoft Office experience.·   Hardware troubleshooting experience.·   Google Workspace experience. ·   Hardware troubleshooting experience. We may consider continuing employment beyond the Fall semester contingent upon student interest and performance evaluations. 

Employer: Oakland University - Chemistry Expires: 09/19/2025 Provide support to the instructor of the teaching lab by answering student questions, ensuring that the labs are running smoothly as well as safely, and doing whatever is necessary as requested by the instructor.