GA Non Teaching : ART- VisCom Assistant

Texas A&M University; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University in Dallas is seeking a Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching) in the Visual Communication program. The role supports reception, schedules, and administrative tasks within the Art Visual Communication department.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, handling calls and emails, maintaining records, and assisting with correspondence, agendas, and minutes. The position requires graduate enrollment, 3.0+ GPA, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate student enrolled at East Texas A&M University.
• Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and be in good academic standing.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls and emails.
• Respond to routine inquiries and provide information regarding departmental services and programs.
• Maintain a welcoming and professional reception area.
• Provide administrative assistance to the Dean, department leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference room reservations.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, agendas, meeting minutes, and other office documents.
• Manage and maintain departmental records, files, and databases.
• Assist with data entry and recordkeeping activities.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Manage and monitor office supplies and inventory.
• Assist with document preparation, copying, scanning, and filing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Scheduling tools

Education

Graduate student status at East Texas A&M University

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching): ART - Visual Communication

Department: Art Visual Communication - East Texas A&M University

Location: Dallas, Texas

Job Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls and emails.
• Respond to routine inquiries and provide information regarding departmental services and programs.
• Maintain a welcoming and professional reception area.
• Provide administrative assistance to the Dean, department leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference room reservations.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, agendas, meeting minutes, and other office documents.
• Manage and maintain departmental records, files, and databases.
• Assist with data entry and recordkeeping activities.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Manage and monitor office supplies and inventory.
• Assist with document preparation, copying, scanning, and filing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a student currently enrolled in a graduate degree program at East Texas A&M University.
• Must maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and be in good academic standing.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, email, and scheduling tools).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience.
• Prior administrative experience.

Hours and Salary

Maximum of 20 hours per week. Salary: $4,000.00 per semester for full-time assistantship.

Security and Background Check

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 Statement

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.