Federal Work-Study| History, Humanities & Languages CHSS

University of Houston System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Houston System in Houston, TX seeks a dependable student assistant to help Business Administrators and staff with daily operations. The role offers hands-on administrative experience in a professional academic setting and requires 15–20 hours weekly.

The position emphasizes organization, communication, and teamwork, with duties spanning front desk coverage, document management, event support, and data entry. An UHD student with a federal work-study award is preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student at UHD.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (or higher, as required by university policy).
• Must have received a federal college work-study award.
• Availability to work 15–20 hours per week, with a schedule that accommodates office hours.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Provide general office assistance to Business Administrators and departmental staff, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
• Front Desk Coverage: Welcome students, faculty and visitors; answer and route calls using a multi-line phone system.
• Document Management: Scan, file, and maintain confidential departmental records in paper and electronic formats.
• Project & Event Support: Assist with planning and coordinating departmental events, including faculty meetings, workshops, and student recruitment activities.
• Data Entry & Tracking: Input and maintain data in departmental databases and spreadsheets.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned to support departmental needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

UHD student

GPA 2.0+

Federal work-study

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department:History,Humanities & LanguagesSalary:$12.00 per hour

Description:

The Department of History, Humanities, and Languages (HHL) is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented student assistant to support Business Administrators and departmental staff with daily operations. This position offers valuable hands‑on administrative experience in a professional academic environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Provide general office assistance to Business Administrators and departmental staff, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
• Front Desk Coverage: Serve as the first point of contact by welcoming students, faculty, and visitors; answer and route calls using a multi‑line phone system; respond to general inquiries in a courteous and professional manner.
• Document Management: Scan, file, and maintain organized and confidential departmental records in both paper and electronic formats.
• Project & Event Support: Assist with planning and coordinating departmental events, including faculty meetings, workshops, and student recruitment activities.
• Data Entry & Tracking: Accurately input and maintain data in departmental databases and spreadsheets, including student and faculty information.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned to support departmental needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professional demeanor with a positive, customer‑service‑oriented attitude
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Houston–Downtown (UHD)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (or higher, as required by university policy)
• Must have received a federal college work- study award
• Availability to work 15–20 hours per week, with a schedule that accommodates office hours

Why Join HHL?

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills in administration, communication, and event coordination while contributing to a dynamic academic department. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.