Federal College Work Study- Community Service (Southwest Key Pgms)

Texas A&M University System • Laredo, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Work-Study Program (CWS) provides federal financial aid eligible students the opportunity to work part-time at non-profit organizations that serve the public interest. Goals of this program include: Develop interest in public service through employment with TAMIU and be assigned to local non-profit, government, or community-based organizations. Apply skills and theories gained through coursework to solve problems and explore issues outside the classroom. Enhance career competencies, such as critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and leadership. Articulate how experiences will shape personal, academic, and professional pursuits.

Requirements

• Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduates students.
• Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
• Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, or permanent residence, or has an alien registration number.an eligible non-citizen.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.
• Must have a reliable transportation.
• Be willing to adhere to all Southwest Key Mentoring Program policies and procedures.
• Undergraduate student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester of college-level courses or accepted remedial courses.
• International undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
• Must maintain a 2.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per semester.
• International graduate students must enroll in 9 semester credit hours in order to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
• Must maintain a 3.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Students who will be graduating may enroll for less than half time for their final semester.
• Must submit proof of graduation.

Nice To Haves

• Gain practical experience in a nonprofit organization focused on crime prevention and community safety.
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced professionals and the Executive Director.
• Exposure to various aspects of community outreach, event planning, and nonprofit operations.
• Flexible work schedule that accommodates your academic commitments.
• Potential for skill development and networking opportunities within the community

Responsibilities

• Ability to communicate with teenagers openly and nonjudgmentally.
• Strong listening skills.
• Ability to establish a relationship based on equal responsibility and respect.
• Practical problem-solving skills and ability to suggest options and alternatives.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.
• Promptly complete all required training.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule that accommodates your academic commitments.
• Gain practical experience in a nonprofit organization focused on crime prevention and community safety.
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced professionals and the Executive Director.
• Exposure to various aspects of community outreach, event planning, and nonprofit operations.
• Potential for skill development and networking opportunities within the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed