Wage Scale and Level Definitions
For Fall 2023
Student employees who return to a position they held in a previous year are eligible for a wage increase based on established wage scale. Raises are only awarded for academic years in which they are approved.
Middlebury Undergraduate Student Wage Scale
Effective January 1, 2024
| 1st Year Base | 2nd Year Base | 3rd Year Base | 4th Year Base | |
| General Level A |
$13.67 | $13.81 | $13.94 | $14.08 |
| Skilled Level B |
$14.08 | $14.22 | $14.36 | $14.50 |
| Specialist Level C |
$14.50 | $14.65 | $14.79 | $14.94 |
Years above refer to approved academic years of employment in the same position.
MIIS Graduate Student Wage Scale
Effective January 1, 2024
| 1st Year Base | 2nd Year Base | 3rd Year Base | ||
| General Level A |
$16.00 | $16.25 | $16.50 | |
| Skilled Level B |
$16.50 | $16.75 | $17.00 | |
| Specialist Level C |
$17.00 | $17.25 | $17.50 |
Years above refer to approved academic years of employment in the same position.
The wage scale is set by the following criteria (see Level Definitions for further details):
- Level of skills required, including special skills
- Level of experience/training required
- Level of independent work, confidentiality and peer supervision
- Level of mental activity
- Level of accountability
Any position that clearly requires a higher pay rate outside of the set levels because of experience and levels of technical expertise required will be managed through Human Resources on a case-by-case basis.
Level Definitions
Level A (General)
Includes all entry-level student jobs that do not require previous training or special skills other than basic computer skills. Requires minimum and finite on-the-job training. Does not require supervision of others. Requires some independence, but also some supervision.
Examples: Office Assistants, Monitors, Note Takers, Mail Clerks, Library Circulation Desk Assistants, Retail Clerks, Computer Consultants, Receptionists, Athletics Game Staff, Dining Waitstaff, and Dishwashers
Level B (Skilled)
Includes positions that require a higher level of responsibility and independence. Requires some previous training or experience. Positions offer extensive on-the-job training or require certification. Students may be responsible for an aspect of a program, and/or supervising other students.
Examples: Intramural Commissioners, Museum Interns, Box Office Supervisors, Ski and Snowboard Instructors, Lifeguards, Advanced Computer Consultants, Research Assistants, Tutors, Peer Tutors, Van Drivers, Cooks, and Graders
Level C (Specialist)
Includes positions that may require special supervisory skills or an advanced level of academic achievement or other qualifications. Position might be responsible for the success of an entire program. Requires extensive previous experience, highly specialized skills or ongoing training. Job duties may include hiring, training, scheduling and supervising other students.
Examples: Lead Computer Consultants, Student Staff Coordinators, Media Specialists, Peer Career Advisors, Senior Admissions Fellows, Phonathon Managers, GIS Specialists, Certified Crowd Managers, and EMT’s
Any position that clearly requires a higher pay rate outside of the set levels because of experience and levels of technical expertise required will be managed through HR on a case-by-case basis.
One Time Payment Wages
Hourly rate can not be less than the Level A base rate
- Van Drivers: Level B on the Student Wage Scale
- Crowd Managers: Level C on the Student Wage Scale
- Photographer: Determined by the supervisor using the Student Wage Scale
- Videographer: Determined by the supervisor using the Student Wage Scale
- DJ/Musicians: $25 per hour (per musician)