Student Assistant- SGA Associate Justice

The Associate Justice serves on the Judicial Branch and contributes to the overall well-being and efficiency of the
branch. They are responsible for attending and participating in the decision making for all Judicial Branch meetings,
parking appeals, and any other cases that may come before the Student Government Supreme Court.

Roles and responsibilities include:

• Attend all general meetings and court hearings
• Study all official Student Government documents and relevant case materials.
• Read all Parking and Transportation Service rules/regulations and serve on parking appeals cases.
• Serve on ad-hoc committees and contribute to the overall well-being of the Judicial Branch.
• Maintain a superior ethical temperament in the execution of all Student Government judicial duties.
• Able to uphold a high level of confidentiality and objectivity in all matter brought before the Court.
• Perform any other duties as assigned and as necessary to execute the mission of the Judicial Branch and
  the USF Student Government.
   

• Attend all general meetings and court hearings
• Study all official Student Government documents and relevant case materials.
• Read all Parking and Transportation Service rules/regulations and serve on parking appeals cases.
• Serve on ad-hoc committees and contribute to the overall well-being of the Judicial Branch.
• Maintain a superior ethical temperament in the execution of all Student Government judicial duties.
• Able to uphold a high level of confidentiality and objectivity in all matter brought before the Court.
• Perform any other duties as assigned and as necessary to execute the mission of the Judicial Branch and
  the USF Student Government.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be in good academic standing and maintain a minimum cumulative institutional 2.5 GPA for
undergraduate students and a minimum cumulative institutional 3.0 GPA for graduate students. Must be actively enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours as an undergraduate degree seeking student or a minimum of 4 credit hours as a post-baccalaureate student during the fall and spring semesters. Must not be under current disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion with the university.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess a working understanding of the Student Government Constitution, Statutes, Judicial Branch
  Rules of Procedure, and any pertinent official governing documents.
• Possess a basic knowledge of legal proceedings and the various roles of the Court.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and commitment to ethical legal practice.
• Previous experience working within a team dynamic
• Ability to take initiative in the workplace and create strategic goals.
• Ability to set and maintain consistent deadlines
• Possess strong organization, and analytical skills.
• Possess strong writing, speaking, listening, and time-management skills.
  Possess a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.