Federal College Work Study- Student (QEP)

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 9,092 - 12,949; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a student assistant for general office duties, including handling inquiries and performing clerical functions. The position requires enrollment and maintenance of specific academic standards, plus financial need demonstrated through FAFSA.

Responsibilities encompass a variety of clerical tasks, and students must be able to work on a schedule that fits with class commitments. Pay is $8.00 per hour for up to 19 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must maintain TAMIU GPA of 2.0 for undergraduates and 3.0 for graduates.
• Complete a FAFSA application annually to demonstrate financial need.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen.

Responsibilities

• Handles routine office inquiries from employees and students.
• Assists with day-to-day maintenance of the assigned department.
• Responsible for clerical functions including answering phones and filing.

Skills

Proficiency in personal computer applications

Organizational and multitasking abilities

Outstanding customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem analysis and-solving skills

Education

Enrolled at least half time (6 credit hours for undergraduates)

Job description

Job Summary

Assist the department staff and perform general office duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handles routine office inquiries from employees and students.
• Assists in the day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
• Responsible for clerical functions including answering phones, filing, scheduling, organizing, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled at least half time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
• Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
• Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or an eligible non‑citizen with an alien registration number.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving 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 functions 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.
• Position requires maintaining 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 ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.
• Promptly complete all required training.
• Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.
• Subject to funding and/or need.

Compensation

Pay: $8.00 per hour for up to 19 hours weekly.

Security Sensitive

• 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.