What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee-Financial Aid-Assistant (2 Positions to be filled) position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202600158ST
Title
Student Employee-Financial Aid-Assistant (2 Positions to be filled)
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
Yes
Department
Financial Aid
Division
Division of Enrollment
Hours per week
Maximum 28 hours per week
Hiring Rate
$10-$12/hr
Preferred Student Classification
Nature & Purpose of Position
The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office is seeking motivated and dependable Federal Work Study students to join our team as Office Assistants. In this role, you will support daily operations and gain valuable experience in a professional, student-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audit and organize paperwork to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Process and input data into reports and systems
- Organize and maintain office filing systems
- Research and gather information as needed
- Prepare and print bulk information packets
- Answer and direct phone calls, providing accurate information to students and parents
- Assist with front desk operations and in-person inquiries
- Provide customer service related to financial aid and scholarship questions
- Support work study staff and fund accounting team with clerical tasks
- Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned to support the office
Position Note:
While student employees may be assigned primary areas of focus, all Office Assistants are expected to support a variety of tasks across the office as needed to ensure efficient operations.
While student employees may be assigned primary areas of focus, all Office Assistants are expected to support a variety of tasks across the office as needed to ensure efficient operations.
Other Requirements for the Position
Must be able to learn and follow the policies and procedures for Financial Aid & Scholarships Office. Must follow restrictions and protocols regarding confidential information
Open Date
05/06/2026
Position Number
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Maria Sorto - Administrative Coordinator III
Contact Phone
936-294-1774
Contact Email
mee019@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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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Salary : $10 - $12