Sam Houston State University

Requisition 202500197ST

Title Student Employee-Finance & Operations-Assistant

Employee Class Student Employee

College Work Study Position Yes

Department Finance & Operations Office

Division Division of Finance and Operations

Hours per week 28

Hiring Rate

$9.00

Preferred Student Classification

Nature & Purpose of Position

The Office of Finance & Operations is seeking a highly motivated and professional Student Assistant to support the division’s daily operations. This position offers an opportunity to gain exposure to executive-level functions within a dynamic and fast-paced administrative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact by welcoming and directing visitors with professionalism and discretion
• Manage the front office area, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming environment
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and interoffice correspondence
• Support administrative tasks including document preparation, photocopying, scanning, and secure shredding of confidential materials
• Monitor and maintain inventory of office supplies; assist with organization of storage areas and meeting spaces
• Execute on-campus and occasional off-campus errands with efficiency and reliability
• Assist in planning and supporting division-wide meetings and events, including catering logistics, setup, and breakdown
• Answer incoming calls and respond to inquiries in a courteous and informed manner
• Provide general support to leadership and administrative staff as needed, including special projects and ad hoc assignments

Other Requirements for the Position

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, discretion, and dependability
• Possesses strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Is proactive, adaptable, and capable of handling multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Maintains a positive and service-oriented attitude in all interactions

This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain insight into university operations and executive administration. Candidates must be enrolled students in good academic standing and available to work during standard business hours.

Open Date 05/02/2025

Position Number 9N9865

Contact Name & Title Jessica Gillette

Contact Phone 936-294-1017

Contact Email jgillette@shsu.edu

Contact Building & Room #

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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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