Non-College Work-Study| Student Assistant, Student Leadership and Involvement

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

Job summary

The University of Houston System's Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI) is seeking a dependable student to support daily operations in the Student Lounge and across the department. You will greet visitors, assist with events, handle clerical tasks, and help manage the Locker Rental Program.

Ideal candidates are UHD students with a 2.5 GPA or higher, available 20 hours per week, and able to lift up to 25 lbs. This role offers hands-on leadership and administrative experience on campus.

Qualifications

• Must be a UHD student with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
• Available to work 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform light physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Monitor the Student Lounge to maintain a clean, safe, and inclusive space.
• Support Locker Rental Program and equipment check-outs.
• Answer department phone lines and relay messages.
• Perform clerical tasks including copying, scanning, filing, and data entry.
• Assist with planning and execution of SLI events, workshops, and initiatives.
• Run errands to various campus locations.
• Assist with social media content creation or student engagement.
• Open and close the lounge area and follow safety protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Current UHD student

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Department:Ctr fr Stud Leadship & InvolntSalary:$12.00 per hour

Description

Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI) is seeking a dependable, engaged student to support daily operations in the Student Lounge and throughout the department. This role provides a unique opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and administrative skills in a dynamic, student-centered environment.

DUTIES

• Greets and assists students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner
• Monitors the Student Lounge to ensure a clean, safe, and inclusive space by enforcing lounge policies and performing light cleaning duties as needed
• Supports Locker Rental Program and equipment check-outs
• Answers department phone lines, takes accurate messages, and provides general information
• Performs clerical tasks, including copying, scanning, filing, distributing mail, and data entry
• Assists with the preparation and execution of SLI-sponsored events, workshops, and student organization initiatives
• Runs errands to various departments and locations on campus
• Assists with social media content creation or student engagement efforts as needed
• Opens and closes the lounge area, ensuring all emergency and safety protocols are followed
• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Available to work 20 hours a week, Monday–Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally with students, faculty, and staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); comfort with digital tools and platforms is a plus
• Reliable, punctual, and organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable learning new tasks and taking initiative
• Positive Attitude and Professional Experience
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and perform light physical tasks, including event setup
• Perform opening and closing procedures and follow all UHD emergency procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a current UHD student
• Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher

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.