Student Hourly Assistant | Distance Learning

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University is seeking a Student Hourly Assistant for the Distance Learning CIITS unit. You will support daily lab operations, assist with IT equipment setup, and help with accessibility projects and multimedia tasks.

Applicants must be PVAMU students enrolled in at least 6 undergrad or 9 grad credits and in good standing. Weekend/evening availability is required; no prior experience is necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University for at least six undergraduate or nine graduate credits.
• Must be in good academic standing (SAP) with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain computers in the lab and daily operations.
• Keep inventory and place supply orders; track maintenance.
• Set up and shut down the lab per schedule.
• Provide technical support to faculty, staff and students via phone, email, or in person.
• Assist with setup of computers, printers, webcams, and scanners.
• Support accessibility projects with instructional designers.
• Assist multimedia team with video records or live events.
• Be available to work weekends and evenings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical support

Lab assistance

Education

PVAMU student in good standing

Credit hours threshold (6 undergraduate / 9 graduate)

Job description

Job TitleStudent Hourly Assistant | Distance Learning | CIITSAgencyPrairie View A&M UniversityDepartmentDistance Learning FeeProposed Minimum Salary$12.00 hourlyJob LocationPrairie View, TexasJob TypeStudent WorkerJob DescriptionImportant Immigration information:A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate._______________________________________________________________________________The Student Hourly Assistant, under general supervision, will assist the Center for Instructional Innovation & Technology Services (CIITS) with daily operations.Responsibilities:Conduct regular maintenance on the computers in the labMaintain inventory of suppliesPlace supply ordersKeep records of maintenance activitiesEnsure that computer lab equipment is being cared for properly by usersSet up and shut down the lab according to work hoursProvide technical support to faculty, staff and students either through telephone, email, chat, and face to-face contactAssist with the setup of computers, printers, webcams, document scanners, IT equipment moves, and other duties as assigned by a managerAssist instructional designers with accessibility projectsAssist multimedia productions specialist with video records or live streamed eventsBe available to work weekends and evenings for some eventsPerform other duties as assigned.Required Education and Experience:Presently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University for at least nine (9) graduate or six (6) undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done.Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college; minimum 2.0 GPANo prior experience necessaryFor work eligibility during a summer term, a student must be enrolled for at least three (3) graduate or undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done or preregistered at least six (6) undergraduate semester hours or nine (9) graduate semester hours for the upcoming fall term.Preferred Education and Experience:N/APreferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:N/AOther Requirements:N/AJob Posting Close Date:09/24/2026Required Attachments:Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.Cover Letter (Optional)ResumeDetailed Class ScheduleApplication Submission Guidelines:The required documents listed in the above-Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1793 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU career site.Background Check Requirements: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.