Student Office Assistant – Engineering Front Desk

Lamar-University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

On-campus role

Job summary

Lamar University’s College of Engineering seeks a Student Assistant to support daily office operations, greet visitors, and assist with mail, supplies, and events. The role requires reliability, professionalism, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment around the Lucas Engineering Building.

Availability includes flexible hours with some evenings and Saturdays; the position supports both COE staff and students while upholding the department’s Code of Conduct and core values of Justice,

Qualifications

• Prior customer service or office experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lamar University campus and services.
• Availability of working flexible hours, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.
• Commitment to the goals of the College of Engineering (COE) is required for continued employment.
• Represent the engineering department and Lamar University professionally at all times, both in and out of uniform and on or off the clock.
• Personal decisions outside the office can impact employment with the department.
• Uphold COE core values: Justice, Honor, Integrity, and Courage.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors at the front desk, serving as the first point of contact for the Chemical Engineering office
• Stock and maintain the visitor coffee bar
• Ensure printer stations are supplied with paper daily
• Complete daily mail runs and deliver items as needed
• Answer the main ChemE phone line (409-880-8784) and take accurate messages
• Answer staff phone lines when necessary and relay detailed call notes
• Prepare and pack materials for various events and outreach efforts
• Take inventory of office supplies and materials as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional office environment
• Provide administrative support to ChemE department and staff
• Help students and visitors navigate the Lucas Engineering Building, including locating classrooms and faculty offices
• Run errands such as on-campus deliveries
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

Skills

Customer service

Office experience

Front desk

Job description

Lamar University’s College of Engineering seeks a Student Assistant to support daily office operations, greet visitors, and assist with mail, supplies, and events. The role requires reliability, professionalism, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment around the Lucas Engineering Building.

Availability includes flexible hours with some evenings and Saturdays; the position supports both COE staff and students while upholding the department’s Code of Conduct and core values of Justice,