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Advising Center Student Associate | Summer/Fall 2024

Texas State University - College of Science & Engineering – Advising Center
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*NOTE: We will not begin reviewing applicants until May 1st due to FAFSA work-study allotment delays.
Administrative Assistant - Advising Center Student Associate

Want to work with an amazing team that is passionate about supporting students? We want to work

with you, too!

We offer flexible schedules within business hours, weekends off, and valuable training that applies to

any future career. We celebrate the work of our student employees and will invest in your success!



Mission and Goal

The mission of the College of Science and Engineering Undergraduate Advising Center is to provide accurate, friendly, and consistent academic services to our majors and minors within the areas of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mathematics, and Physics.

We have one goal in mind: we want to help you become a successful Texas State student!

Daily Tasks and Expectations

Student employees will prioritize the following as part of normal office routines:

  • Welcome students to the center and ensure they are in the correct location or schedule/refer them as necessary
  • Answer incoming calls and schedule/refer the caller as necessary

Additionally, each student employee should complete the following tasks at the start of every shift,

or check in with other staff members to ensure they are complete:

  1. Check appointments for accuracy for the current day and two days in advance via the SARS scheduling system
  2. Add No-Show alerts for the current day and previous day
  3. Sort, index, and verify student documents and advisor communications in a virtual filing system.

Student employees are expected to arrive on time for their shift and dress in a manner appropriate for a casual/business casual office setting.

Required Qualifications and Documents

  • Maintain enrollment in at least 6 semester credit hours
  • Receive a work-study award
  • Interact in a courteous and professional manner on the phone, in person, and via email
  • Prioritize tasks appropriately, shifting focus as needed
  • Manage time to ensure task completion and office coverage for assigned shifts
  • Demonstrate initiative to learn and invest in the position

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and schedule of Fall courses.

**Preference for afternoon availability**