Federal College Work Study-Student (FPA)

Texas A&M • Laredo, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Texas A&M International University provides an enriching experience for aspiring artists, performers, and music teachers. Its programs aim to enhance students’ knowledge and appreciation of the fine and performing arts and their relationship to society, as well as self-realization. The student worker supports routine office operations and the day-to-day activities of the assigned department. The position requires on-campus, face-to-face work and a regular attendance schedule. Work schedules are set according to departmental needs and must not conflict with the student’s class schedule. Some evening and weekend work, as well as occasional work after hours, may be required. The student must complete required training promptly and enter hours worked daily, submitting timesheets biweekly. Pay is $8.00 per hour for up to 19 hours weekly.

Requirements

• Be enrolled at least half-time: 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students or 3 credit hours per semester for graduate students.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of at least 2.0 for undergraduate students or 3.0 for graduate students.
• Have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
• Demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
• Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen with an alien registration number.
• Meet all other requirements in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
• Be proficient in using a personal computer workstation and common software applications.
• Be able to organize and multitask to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Have outstanding customer service skills.
• Have excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Have problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Be able to learn and use multiple software programs.
• Maintain a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Work schedules must not conflict with the student’s class schedule.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine office inquiries from employees and students.
• Assist with the day-to-day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
• Perform clerical functions, including answering phones, filing, scheduling, and organizing.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Complete all required training promptly.
• Input hours worked daily and submit timesheets biweekly.

What This Job Offers

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