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Stephen F. Austin State University Student Assistant (Office Assistant) in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Class schedules will be considered when determining your work hours. Work hours will be approximately 15 to 20 hours per week , not to exceed 115 total working hours per month. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Please include your fall 2024 course schedule as the optional Other Document if you have it.
In your cover letter, please explain the reasons for your interest in this job and include the attributes that you think make you a good candidate for this position. Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar.
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Student Assistant (Office Assistant)
General Description
This is a student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function. Will cover the front desk and assist the advisors and administrative staff of the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture. Tasks will include, but are not limited to the job duties listed below.
Job Duties
Provides office assistance to the department by assisting staff in routine clerical duties and responsibilities.
Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, greeting visitors, and directing visitors to appropriate staff member.
Assists in file and records maintenance.
Assists in the preparation and implementation of departmental project/program activities.
Provides general information and/or training regarding project/program.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES MUST MAINTAIN A 2.5 GPA .
*NOT ELIGIBLE : Students enrolled in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture are not eligible for this position. (We are not accepting applications from students who are taking any classes in Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, GIS , or Spatial Science)
Physical Demands
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must have, or be able to obtain, a University Driving Permit.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SA2024-178
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Open Date 08/16/2024
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule Various times between Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm (approximately 15-20 hours/week)
Min Pay Rate $8.00/hour
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Class schedules will be considered when determining your work hours. Work hours will be approximately 15 to 20 hours per week , not to exceed 115 total working hours per month. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Please include your fall 2024 course schedule as the optional Other Document if you have it.
In your cover letter, please explain the reasons for your interest in this job and include the attributes that you think make you a good candidate for this position. Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11960
Department Information
Department College of Forestry & Agriculture
Contact Name Christen Myles
Contact Phone (936) 468-3304
Contact Email mylescj@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Have you ever worked on Campus before?
Yes
No
- Are you a current employee of the university?
Yes
No
- Are you enrolled as a student in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture?
No
Yes
- Are you enrolled in a Forestry, Environmental Science, or Spatial Science lab class?
YES
NO
- Do you have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA?
YES
NO
- Describe any work experience relevant to this posting.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your proficiency and experience with basic office software (word processing, email/ scheduling/contacts, web browser, spreadsheets, filing, etc.).
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you available to work during the Summer?
Yes
No
- Are you eligible for Work Study?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Other Document