Student Worker: Biology Office & Website Assistant

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

East Texas A&M University in Commerce, TX is seeking a detail‑oriented Student Worker to provide general administrative support and assist with updating the Biology Department website. The role involves front-desk help, file management, data entry, and contributing to departmental communications and online content.

You will work part-time during the academic year, gaining hands-on experience in office operations, document management, and basic website maintenance while supporting faculty and

Qualifications

• Education: Must be enrolled as a student at East Texas A&M University and meet student employment eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
• Willingness to learn new software applications and administrative procedures.

Responsabilités

• Provide general administrative and clerical support to departmental faculty and staff.
• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with filing, scanning, copying, and organizing departmental documents and records.
• Perform data entry and assist with maintaining spreadsheets, databases, and departmental files.
• Assist with updating and maintaining departmental webpages, including faculty profiles, announcements, and program information.
• Review departmental website content for accuracy and assist with making updates and corrections under supervision.
• Assist with preparing departmental correspondence, informational materials, and announcements.
• Support departmental meetings, events, and special projects as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling student, faculty, and departmental information.
• Assist with maintaining an organized and welcoming office environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Description du poste

Job Title: Student Worker: Biology Office & Website Assistant

Agency East Texas A&M University Department Biological & Environmental Science

Job Location: Commerce, Texas. Job Type: Student Worker. Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate. Employment Type: Part-Time Student Worker. Existing Position Title: Peer Mentor. Proposed Position Title: Student Worker – Biology Office and Website Assistant. Position Number (247608): Existing PIN to be retained.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at East Texas A&M University is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented student worker to provide general administrative and website support. The student worker will assist departmental faculty and staff with daily office operations, administrative tasks, departmental communications, and maintaining accurate and updated website information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide general administrative and clerical support to departmental faculty and staff.
• Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, take messages, and direct inquiries to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with filing, scanning, copying, and organizing departmental documents and records.
• Perform data entry and assist with maintaining spreadsheets, databases, and departmental files.
• Assist with updating and maintaining departmental webpages, including faculty profiles, announcements, and program information.
• Review departmental website content for accuracy and assist with making updates and corrections under supervision.
• Assist with preparing departmental correspondence, informational materials, and announcements.
• Support departmental meetings, events, and special projects as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling student, faculty, and departmental information.
• Assist with maintaining an organized and welcoming office environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Must be enrolled as a student at East Texas A&M University and meet student employment eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
• Willingness to learn new software applications and administrative procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in an office, administrative, or customer service environment.
• Familiarity with website maintenance, webpage editing, or content management systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and basic data entry.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, professional attitude.

POSITION REVIEW JUSTIFICATION

The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences is requesting approval to update an existing Peer Mentor position to a Student Worker – Biology Office and Website Assistant. The department's current operational needs require additional administrative and website support rather than peer mentoring or tutoring services. The proposed position will assist departmental faculty and staff with general office operations, student and faculty inquiries, document management, departmental communications, and website maintenance. The department is requesting to retain the existing PIN while updating the position title, description, and assigned duties to reflect the department's current operational needs. The proposed position will not include peer mentoring, tutoring, or instructional responsibilities. 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 and Diversity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Company Culture and Work Details

Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work-study student, or a graduate assistant, on-campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education. As a proud Lion, your success is our mission. Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands‑on experience in a professional setting. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session May work full‑time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall Must not work during scheduled class times Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall Work‑study positions are need‑based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work‑study through Financial Aid May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester May work full‑time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall Must not work during scheduled class times Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education. To qualify, students must: Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree) Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles Non‑native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support

Contact Information

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