What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Student Programs Student Assistant position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Information
Position Title
New Student Programs Student Assistant
Academic Year
2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The New Student Programs Office Assistant provides customer service to students, faculty, and staff. The Office Assistant for New Student Programs works in conjunction with New Student Program peer mentors to better serve students and other members of the UIW community. The New Student Programs Office Assistant will report to the Director of New Student Programs.
Essential Functions
- Assists in planning and coordinating of purposeful programs and activities for new students.
- Supports the New Student Programs team to build community in The Landing.
- Enhances the student experience by assisting in providing student resources for student success.
- Assists the Graduate Assistant and Director in compiling content for flyers and social media.
- Collaborates on and designs content for the notification boards located in The Landing.
- Coordinates and manages departmental resources.
- Maintains inventory of student snacks and other items provided in The Landing.
- The Office Assistant is responsible for the general cleanliness, organization, and appearance of The Landing and NSP storage spaces.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to finish projects and/or communicate progress to peers and leadership in a timely manner.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to learn specific and different policy and procedures associated with the Office of New Student Programs.
- Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Canva.
- Intermediate level data entry skills to maintain records, including tracking visitors to the Landing and at NSP events.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Completed 1 years at UIW as a student.
Required Work Experience
Experience is not required, training is available.
Preferred Qualifications
Customer service experience in a high-volume setting.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
- Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.; 8-10 hours per week.
- Some early mornings, evenings and weekends required for specific meetings or events during the year.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Able to stand, bend, and reach to perform various tasks as needed.
Able to stand, bend, and reach to perform various tasks as needed.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
STU1637PO
Number of Vacancies
2
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Students
Desired Start Date
08/17/2026
Multi-Hire Pool
Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Director of New Student Programs
Salary
Open Date
07/23/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Holidays