Student Worker: VPRED- Assistant for the Executive Assistant

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University – Commerce seeks a Student Worker to support the Executive Assistant in the VPRED Office. You will greet visitors, assist staff and students, update division webpages, schedule meetings, and help coordinate the spring student research symposium.

Work hours are limited to 19 per week during classes; may work full-time during breaks. Candidates must be currently enrolled undergrad students with a 2.0+ GPA and basic skills in Microsoft 365, Outlook, Excel, WordPress, and Adobe

Qualifications

• Must be a current East Texas A&M University student with undergraduate status.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel), WordPress, OneDrive, Zoom, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors to the VPRED suite and relay information to staff.
• Assist students, staff, faculty, and university community with general questions.
• Update division webpages and collaborate on the student research symposium.
• Initiate emails to students regarding applications and schedules.
• Promote symposium using Adobe Creative Suite via MarComm.
• Shred confidential data as needed, maintain orderly office practices.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Outlook

Excel

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Zoom

OneDrive

Education

Undergraduate student

GPA 2.0+

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Microsoft 365

Zoom

OneDrive

Job description

Job TitleStudent Worker: VPRED- Assistant for the Executive Assistant Agency East Texas A\u0026M University Department Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationCommerce, Texas

Job TypeStudent Worker

Job Description Total number of hours to be worked per week cannot exceed 19 hours while taking classes (if employed by multiple departments, the total combined must not exceed 19 hours). Student workers may work full-time during interim periods (between semesters) and during the summer. Position is paid bi-weekly with amount being proportionate with experience and skills.

SUMMARY: The Division of Research and Economic Development at East Texas A\u0026M University, is seeking a Student Assistant. This role supports the university's research enterprise by assisting the Executive Assistant with various office duties, scheduling of meetings, greeting guests of the VP and staff, update division webpages as needed, assist with student research symposium in the Spring semester .

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet visitors to VPRED suite of offices and relay information to appropriate personnel


• Assist students, staff, faculty, and university community with general questions


• Run errands on campus as needed


• Maintain and update webpages for Division


• Assist with student research symposium during the Spring semester


• Initiate emails to students regarding applications, instructions for presenting, schedules, etc.


• Promote symposium using Adobe Creative Suite via MarComm


• Shred confidential data as needed


• Collaborate and communicate with supervisor


• Other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Must be a current student for East Texas A\u0026M University. Seeking an undergraduate student for this position. Maintain good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher


• Knowledge / Skills: Punctual. Very responsible and organized. Ability to work with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel), Adobe Creative Suite (may be trained), WordPress, One Drive, and Zoom. Detail-oriented tracking skills to update office forms as needed. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to handle confidential matters and to be professional. Ability to work well with groups of people .


• PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: Preferred field of study would be business, business analytics, marketing. Preferred related experience would be a strong background of the computer programs listed above including knowledge of AI. Preferred skills would be typing, proofreading, writing legibly, and working with little direction. We prefer someone with a drive to excel and learn new skills.

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.

Welcome to East Texas A\u0026M 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