Summer 2026: Student Assistant, Work Study

**This position is located in Round Rock, Texas** 

**This position is for Work Study students only** 

Department/Office Name (Who we are): 
Student Success & Academic Services at Round Rock 
Avery 201 
1555 University Blvd. 
Round Rock, TX 78665 

The Student Success & Academic Services department provides programs and resources to Round Rock campus students to support academic and post-graduation goals with a focus on recruitment, persistence, retention and completion. Our department is a welcoming space and typically serves as the first point of contact for campus guests, prospective students, and community partners when they call and visit the Round Rock Campus. 

Supervisor (Who provides supervision): 
Joclyn Martinez 

On-campus Job Location (Where you will work): 
Avery 201 

Purpose of the Role (Why this role exists): 
To provide exceptional support in recruitment, department representation, and general office duties for the department.  

 This position could extend to the fall semester with excellent job performance and if you are awarded federal work study. 

*This position is not a Graduate Assistantship and will not qualify an international student for an in-state tuition waiver.  

Required Qualifications (What we require you bring to the team): 

Must be awarded Federal Work Study 

Have and maintain a cumulative/term-semester GPA of 2.5 or Higher 

Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly and professional demeanor 

Excellent written and oral English communication skills are required for 1:1 and group interactions 

Ability to manage time and arrive to scheduled shift on-time 

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently 

Demonstrate motivation and results-oriented behavior 

Ability to address and resolve inquiries with patience and resourcefulness 

Approach problem-solving with a proactive "can-do" attitude 

Excellent written and oral English communication skills are required 

Experience and/or knowledge regarding small office operations and equipment 

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 

Capability to work in a fast-paced environment with ease 

Proven record of being dependable and completing tasks in a timely manner 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Prior customer service or administrative experience 

Familiarity with campus resources, services, and procedures 

Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for special events 

Description (What you will do): 

Student Assistants are leaders who assist campus visitors, prospective students, and the Round Rock Campus community during their visit to Student Success and Academic Services at Round Rock. Student assistants represent the department and the Round Rock Campus and will provide program information in the office and outreach events, serve as department ambassadors during NSO and Bobcats Back, and provide general support for services offered through Student Success and Academic Services. Student Assistant roles and responsibilities can be categorized into recruitment, department representation, and general office support duties: 

Recruitment / Campus Tour Guides 

Student assistants will also play a large role in helping prospective students get familiar with the campus through campus tours. The student assistants will host guests on campus, take them to visit departmental staff, and introduce them to the services, resources and facilities they will have access to as a student at the Round Rock Campus. 

Department Ambassadors 

Student assistants also serve as representatives during signature campus events like Discover TXST, New Student Orientation, and departmental programs. 

General Office Support 

Each student assistant will participate in activities to help support the departmental activities to include: 

Opening and closing the office 

Answering phone calls to the Round Rock Campus main line 

Assisting with event setup and tear down 

Maintaining office appearance and inventory 

Assist with routine checks and maintenance of The Pantry, The Study Zone, The Den and other Student Success spaces at the Round Rock Campus 

Assisting with general office duties 

Work Schedule (When you are expected work): 
Student assistants will work between 10 and 20 hours per week. The department hours are 8am-5 pm, Monday – Friday. Student assistants work hours are between 7:45am and 5:00pm. Some weekends are required. 

Learning Outcomes (What you get out of this role): 

Develop a holistic Bobcat experience 

Develop a deeper level of awareness of strengths and leadership style 

Practice communication and facilitation strategies for building connections and community 

Develop skills for navigating ambiguity and critical decision-making in a complex environment 

Build relationships with prospective and current students at Texas State University Round Rock 

Build relationships with professional staff and faculty, campus resources, and community partners at Texas State University Round Rock  

Develop transferable skills to thrive in future employment opportunities 

Training (How we prepare you): 

In order to receive adequate training, student assistants will: 

Be on-boarded during the first week of employment Attend monthly student staff meetings 

Attend semester retreats (Fall and Spring) 

Starting Pay Rate: 
$10.00 per hour 

Payrate Determination: 
All student employees begin at the starting pay rate and may increase by .25 after two long semesters (fall and spring) of employment with a positive evaluation from their supervisor using the Student Employee Career Readiness Evaluation Forms.  

Evaluation Frequency: 
Student assistants are evaluated by their supervisor at the end of each long semester.  

Desired Start Date: 
May 18, 2026 

Additional Documents Requested 
Resume, Summer 2026 Course Schedule, Work Study Award (can be found in Catsweb)