State of Texas College Work Study-Student (Math&Physics)

Texas A&M University System; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 9,100 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University is seeking a State of Texas College Work Study-Student (Math&Physics) to support the Department of Mathematics and Physics. The role is on-campus, requiring face-to-face interaction and up to 19 hours per week at $8.00 hourly, under the Chair's guidance.

The position requires half-time enrollment, a minimum GPA (2.0 undergrad / 3.0 grads), FAFSA on file, and Texas residency.

Qualifications

• Half-time college enrollment (6 credits undergraduate, 3 for graduates).
• Maintain GPA: 2.0+ (undergrad) or 3.0+ (graduates).
• Have FAFSA on file annually.
• Texas resident.
• On-campus, face-to-face work required.
• Athletic scholarships exclude eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine office inquiries from employees and students.
• Assist in day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities of the department.
• Perform clerical functions: answering phones, filing, scheduling, organizing.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

PC proficiency

Multitasking

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Software literacy

Education

College enrollment

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

State of Texas College Work Study-Student (Math&Physics)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Dept, Mathematics And Physics

Proposed Minimum Salary

$8.00 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Job Summary

Work directly under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Physics for office-related work.

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 undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduates’ 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 Texas resident.
• Recipients of an athletic scholarship do not qualify for these positions only.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Preferred Requirements

• Undergraduate students majoring in mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Physical Sciences (Physics, Biology, Chemistry).

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.

Pay of Rate : $8.00/hour for up to 19 hours weekly

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.