Student Employee- Honors Program- Graduate Student Assistant

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Student Employee for the Honors Program. This Graduate Student Assistant role involves managing daily operations, office tasks, and marketing efforts.

The ideal candidate is a graduate student who is friendly and can multitask effectively. Responsibilities include reception duties, event preparation, and communications support. The position offers a flexible schedule, working between 15-20 hours per week at a rate of $12 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate student to apply for this position.
• Basic knowledge of marketing, advertising, or communications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in records.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Honors College Office.
• Serve as receptionist and perform general office work.
• Assist with marketing/advertising and communications tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate student at Sam Houston State University

Marketing/Advertising/Communications major preferred

English or Technical Communications desirable

Job description

Requisition

202600198ST

Title

Student Employee- Honors Program- Graduate Student Assistant

Employee Class

Student Employee

College Work Study Position

No

Department

Honors Program

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week

15-20 hours a week with a flexible schedule, to the degree possible. Typical work hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Hiring Rate

$12 per hour

Preferred Student Classification

Must be a Sam Houston State University graduate student to apply for this position.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Honors College Office, such as: serving as a receptionist and completing general office work such as but not limited to copying, scanning, indexing, answering telephone calls and emails from students, parents, faculty, and staff. Manage marketing/advertising, communications, and the Honors College website. Post and manage social media updates, create flyers for Honors events, update and edit all Honors forms, update brochures and marketing communication. Assist with event preparation for all Honors events. Assist Associate Director with Honors advising for incoming, current, and transfer students. Perform other general office duties as assigned.

Other Requirements for the Position

The ideal applicant is friendly, shows initiative, can multi-task, works independently, and is able to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and guests. Must maintain confidentiality of all records and databases associated with assigned area. Must be able to work flexible hours Monday – Friday between 8AM-5PM. Some evening/night commitments during various times of the school year for events.

Possess basic computer/Software skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Campus Connect, Blackboard, Degree Works.

Marketing/Advertising/Communications and/or Public Relations majors preferred. English or Technical Communications are also desirable.

Open Date

06/03/2026

Position Number

9N9936

Contact Name & Title

Connie Rodriguez

Contact Phone

4-4501

Contact Email

[e-mail]

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.