Most departments have student positions with different levels of responsibility. The jobs are classified in one of eight pay ranges: Student Aide, Student Assistant, Student Associate, Student Specialist, Student Master 1, Student Master 2, Graduate Student 1, and Graduate Student 2.

Student Aide - Starting wage = $7.00 per hour.
The work is routine, standardized, and follows prescribed procedures; previous experience is not usually necessary.

Student Assistant - Starting wage = $7.35 per hour.
Sometimes the work is routine; however, office and/or technical skills are required. Student Assistants may perform independent statistical analyses, assist with preparation of workshop materials, or supervise other students.

Student Associate - Starting wage = $7.70 per hour.
Assist in teaching, research, or planning and producing instructional materials. May provide tutorial consultation or formal classroom instruction on use of personal computers and software. May perform work requiring advanced specialized skills in such areas as graphics, mechanics, etc. May provide in-depth counseling to students, families, and employees about policies and procedures that require specialized knowledge of federal, state, and university regulations. They may also supervise other student employees.

Student Specialist - Starting wage = $7.85 per hour.
Assist in serving and/or preparing menu items for customers. Prepare and serve food in University Dining Halls. Perform dishwashing and related food service activities including: general cleaning of work areas, garbage removal, and stockroom activities. Perform general maintenance and housekeeping duties as required. Perform recycling activities as outlined by the University's recycling center.

Student Master 1 - Starting wage = $8.70 per hour.
Work performed is highly complex and requires extensive training (either coursework or in-house departmental training program). Work is done independent of supervision. Note: Requests to use this classification must be approved by the Office of Student Financial Assistance. A detailed summary of the work to be performed must accompany the request.

Student Master 2 - Starting wage = $10.20 per hour.
Work performed at this level is done independent of supervision and requires the highest level of artistic, technical, or scientific expertise. Provide supervision to student employees at the Student Master 1 level. Note: Requests to use this classification must be approved by the Office of Student Financial Assistance. A detailed summary of the work to be performed must accompany the request.

Graduate Student 1 - starting wage = $9.20 per hour and Graduate Student 2 - starting wage = $10.20 per hour.
A Graduate Student may be paid the Graduate rate of level 1 and 2, provided that the skill and complexity of the job is equivalent to a Graduate Assistant (e.g., researcher). Prior to working, the supervisor and student must get approval through the Graduate School (529-3734) and submit written approval to the Office of Student Financial Assistance. Before hiring an international student, call the Office of International Education (529-5628) to verify that the student is eligible to work.