Work-Study Student Assistant, Distance Education
Overview
Serve as the front-line support for the UHD Northwest office, greeting visitors and managing daily operations. This role keeps the Distance Education team running by handling data entry, document creation, and event support. You'll work 10-15 hours per week on campus, building customer service and administrative skills. Gain real office experience while supporting distance learning programs at UH-Downtown.
What You'll Do8
- 1Greet students, staff, faculty, and guests, directing them to the right resource at the UHD Northwest campus.
- 2Perform data entry tasks in Excel and Word, keeping records accurate and accessible.
- 3Support UHD Northwest events by setting up materials and assisting attendees.
- 4File, copy, and print documents, maintaining order in office spaces, classrooms, and faculty rooms.
- 5Answer and transfer phone calls, providing clear and professional assistance.
- 6Create basic Word and Excel documents for department needs.
- 7Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, managing correspondence efficiently.
- 8Organize and maintain office and classroom supplies, ensuring readiness for daily use.
Requirements8
- 1Must be a UH-Downtown student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
- 2Eligible for Federal Work-Study through the Office of Financial Aid.
- 3Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher.
- 4Work 15-20 hours per week, available during peak office times.
- 5Ability to handle multiple tasks while keeping sensitive information confidential.
- 6Customer service focus with a friendly and helpful demeanor.
- 7Basic knowledge of UHD programs and services.
- 8Must pass a criminal history check, as this is a security-sensitive position.
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$12k per year
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