Federal College Work Study - Student (COAS - Planetarium)

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 11,020 - 12,398; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University’s Planetarium seeks a student employee to assist office duties and serve as a cashier for events on campus.

The role requires being enrolled at least half-time, maintaining GPA standards, and complying with FAFSA and SAPP policies. You will handle inquiries, use Office software, and learn planetary equipment and a cash register while supporting the Planetarium team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled at least half-time (6 credits/semester undergrad; 3 credits/semester graduate).
• Maintain a TAMIU GPA of 2.0 (undergrad) / 3.0 (grad).
• Current and complete Financial Aid file on record; FAFSA annually.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen status.
• Meet SAPP policy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist as cashier for Planetarium events.
• Communicate clearly and diplomatically in writing and speech.
• Maintain positive relationships with all employees.
• Answer inquiries by phone, email, and in person about the Planetarium.
• Provide backup support to Planetarium staff.
• Use Microsoft Office and other office software.
• Maintain telephone etiquette, spelling, grammar, and proofreading.
• Learn and use planetary equipment and a cash register.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem analysis

Education

Half-time student (6 credits/semester undergrad; 3 credits/semester grad)

GPA requirement: undergrad 2.0; graduate 3.0

FAFSA on file annually

U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen

SAPP policy compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cash register

Job description

Job Summary

Assist with Planetarium office functions and serve as a cashier for events.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as cashier.
• Communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all employees.
• Answer telephones, written and in‑person inquiries about the Planetarium.
• Provide backup support to other Planetarium staff.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and other office‑related software packages.
• Maintain telephone etiquette, excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Learn and use planetary equipment and technology, including a cash register.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled at least half‑time: 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates; 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
• Current and complete file with Office of Financial Aid.
• Submit FAFSA application annually.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or have an eligible non‑citizen status (alien registration number).
• Meet all TAMIU “Satisfactory Academic Progress” (SAPP) policy requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Proficiency with personal computer and common software applications.
• Organizational and multitasking skills to meet deadlines.
• Outstanding customer service, interpersonal communication, and problem‑analysis skills.
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

• Position requires on‑campus face‑to‑face interactions.
• Maintain a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required; work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but must not conflict with the class schedule.
• Promptly complete all required training.
• Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.
• Position may require moving and lifting objects and materials as necessary.
• Subject to funding and/or need.
• Pay: $8.00/hour for up to 19 hours weekly.
• All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The institution is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are treated fairly and are protected from discrimination.