Federal College Work Study-Student: Office Student Career Preparedness- Front Desk Associate

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus employment

Work-study program

Job summary

East Texas A&M University seeks a dependable Front Desk Associate for the Office of Student Career Preparedness for the 2026–2027 academic year. You will greet visitors, manage the front desk, and support career services initiatives on campus.

The role requires a current work-study permit for Fall 2026–Spring 2027 and strong customer service skills. It offers part-time hours Monday–Friday in Commerce, Texas, with a business casual dress code.

Qualifications

• Must have an approved Federal or Institutional Work-Study permit for Fall 2026 – Spring 2027.
• Currently enrolled student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior) with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Availability to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Valid U.S. work authorization is required.
• Professional business casual attire during working hours.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, answer phone inquiries, and assist students, staff, and employers with care and professionalism.
• Schedule student appointments with career advisors and manage office logs; process employer postings in Handshake.
• Collaborate with supervisors and career staff; participate in mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties to support departmental operations.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Time management

MS Office

Google Workspace

Typing

Web research

Tools

Handshake

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Job TitleFederal College Work Study-Student: Office Student Career Preparedness- Front Desk Associate Agency East Texas A&M University Department Student Career Preparedness Proposed Minimum Salary$10.00 hourly Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeStudent Worker Job Description Position Type: On-Campus Student Employment Pay Rate: $9.00 – $12.00 / hour Work-Study: Federal/Texas Permit Required Schedule: Part-Time (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM window) Employment Dates: August 20, 2026 – May 14, 2027 Dress Code: Business Casual

The Office of Student Career Preparedness is seeking a dependable and customer-focused Front Desk Associate for the 2026–2027 academic year. Our office educates and empowers students and alumni of East Texas A&M University to achieve employment success throughout their college careers and beyond. As a Front Desk Associate, you will serve as the initial point of contact for visitors, manage daily office flow, and support career services initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Customer Service & Front Desk Operations Welcome visitors, answer phone inquiries, and assist students, staff, and employers with care and professionalism. Serve as a primary resource and referral contact for campus guests, directing them to appropriate resources. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front desk, lobby, and kiosk area; monitor office supplies and remove outdated promotional materials.
• Administrative & Digital Support Schedule student appointments with career advisors and maintain office logs. Review and process incoming employer job postings within the Handshake platform. Maintain and update office spreadsheets, records, and digital
• Teamwork & Professional Development
  • Collaborate and maintain consistent communication with supervisors and career staff.
  • Participate actively in mandatory student staff meetings and scheduled training sessions (Fall 2026 / Spring 2027).
  • Perform other assigned duties to support overall departmental operations.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Work-Study Permit: Must possess an approved Federal or Institutional Work-Study permit for Fall 2026 – Spring 2027.
• Academic Standing: Currently enrolled student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior classification) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
• Availability: Ability to work flexible part‑time hours within office operation hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
• Work Authorization: Valid U.S. work authorization is required.
• Professionalism: Adherence to business casual attire during working hours.

DESIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong customer service orientation, phone etiquette, and active listening skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask, solve problems, and remain organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated punctuality, trustworthiness, self‑motivation, and a strong work ethic.
• Proficiency with general computer applications (MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, typing, web research).
• Preferred (Bonus): Knowledge of Handshake, Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign/Photoshop), and social media platforms.

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work‑study student, or a graduate assistant, on‑campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education. As a proud Lion, your success is our mission. Student worker positions are part‑time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands‑on experience in a professional setting. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session May work full‑time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall Must not work during scheduled class times Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall Work‑study positions are need‑based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work‑study through Financial Aid May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester May work full‑time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall Must not work during scheduled class times Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education. To qualify, students must: Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree) Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles Non‑native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support