About the role
Posting Information
Requisition
202600314ST
Title
Student Employee- Office Student Experience & Retention Office- Student Assistant (Work-Study)
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
Yes
Department
Office of Student Experience & Retention
Division
Division of Student Affairs
Hours per week
16-20
Hiring Rate
10.00
Preferred Student Classification
Sophomore-Senior
Nature & Purpose of Position
The Student Assistant supports the Office of Student Experience & Retention in cultivating a welcoming campus environment for faculty, staff, students, alumni, and visitors. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations and providing quality service to all who engage with the office.
- Manage the office front desk by greeting visitors, answering phones and emails, and providing general University information.
- Assist the Administrative Coordinator with departmental purchasing, travel arrangements, reconciliation, and other administrative processes.
- Serves as the student lead for the Bearkat Influencer Program, an initiative for SHSU student content creators to highlight key components and experiences of SHSU that attract current and perspective students.
- Tracks and documents Bearkat Influencer Program analytics and engagement metrics.
- Maintain a positive, upbeat, and professional attitude when interacting with others.
- Greet guests and direct them to the appropriate location or person.
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate records for office and program-related needs.
- Support departmental events, projects, and initiatives designed to enhance student engagement and retention.
- Run on-campus and off-campus errands as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements for the Position
- Experience in graphic design preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software systems.
Some evening work (after 5:00 p.m.), including weekends, may be required for special events or departmental activities.
Open Date
08/25/2026
Position Number
9N9424
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Autumn Lumpkin
Contact Phone
9362942388
Contact Email
acl036@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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