Student Worker-Human Resources

Texas Southmost College; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Southmost College seeks a part-time Student Worker for Human Resources on its Main Campus. Responsibilities include assisting students, staff, and faculty with HR questions, maintaining records, and supporting daily HR operations.

Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university, have a 2.0 GPA or higher, and be able to work up to 19 hours per week. Evening/weekend shifts may be required depending on events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; must provide proof of enrollment.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college/university and maintain status.
• Minimum accumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR staff with student, staff, and faculty inquiries.
• Respond to questions and provide feedback to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records and message logs.
• Support a high-tech, all-digital environment and confidentiality.
• Attend required trainings and adhere to college policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Instructions clarity

Record keeping

Digital environment

Confidential data handling

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Enrolled in college/university

GPA 2.0+

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Job Title

Student Worker-Human Resources

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Location

Main Campus

Position Length

Part-Time, up to 19 hours per week

Job Summary

This is a part-time position with the responsibility of performing a variety of duties in support of the educational mission of Texas Southmost College. Position responsibilities may include but not limited to providing assistance to students, staff, and faculty with HR related questions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Responds to student, faculty and staff questions and inquiries.
• Provides feedback to supervisors regarding daily activities.
• Creates an atmosphere where employees are comfortable.
• Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with college standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Uses interpersonal skills and makes sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed.
• Assists in the enforcement of established federal, state, and College policies, rules, and regulations.
• Attends the workplace regularly as per the defined work schedule and reports to work punctually.
• Work hours may include evening, holidays, or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events.
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored by Texas Southmost College.
• Supports the values and institutional goals as defined in the College’s Strategic Plan.
• Promotes positive morale and teamwork within the department and provides exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and the community.
• Represents the College in a positive and unbiased manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capacity to listen and respond to individual’s questions and concerns.
• Ability to help others problem-solve.
• Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks during numerous interruptions.
• Ability to understand detailed instructions.
• Ability to take accurate messages and keep accurate and detailed records.
• Ability to perform and excel in a high-tech all-digital environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential data.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in courses at an accredited college or university.
• Must provide proof of enrollment for the Fall and Spring semesters as required during the part- time employment period.
• Must have an accumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Enrolled as a student at Texas Southmost College ( TSC ) or a TSC graduate who was a student worker while enrolled at TSC.
• Proficient in the use of e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet software and use of the Internet to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
• Bilingual in English-Spanish.

Certificates and Licensures

None required.

Physical Demands

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer

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Disclaimer:
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Accommodation Question

Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
Yes
With Accommodations

Equal Opportunity Statement

Texas Southmost College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, gender, disability, age or military status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to services and other programs at the college.