What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant for Financial Assistance (Work-Study) position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Information
Position Title
Student Assistant for Financial Assistance (Work-Study)
Academic Year
2024-2025
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 Student Assistant will assist the Office of Financial Assistance with the efficient daily operations of the department. The Student Assistant reports to the Assistant Director of Financial Assistance.
This position is funded by the Federal Work-Study program and is open to UIW students who are approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program. Note that students can work a maximum of 20 hours per week.
This position is funded by the Federal Work-Study program and is open to UIW students who are approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program. Note that students can work a maximum of 20 hours per week.
Essential Functions
- Support a friendly, student-oriented environment.
- Answer incoming phone calls/emails.
- Assist with information sessions if needed.
- Provide coverage during office meetings (approx. time 1 hour).
- Process deliveries from daily mail runs (open and date stamp).
- Provide support during Freshman Orientation in the summer.
- Assist advisors with tasks.
- Scan and file documents.
- Maintain confidentiality of student information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of office skills (organizational skills, alphabetizing, filing, telephone, proper etiquette).
- Ability to pay attention to detail.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and efficiently.
- Knowledge of resources and services provided to students and alumni.
- Ability to work 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
Current UIW student and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program.
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with customer service in customer service.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
- The Office of Financial Assistance is generally open Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm;
- Must be able to schedule work shift for a minimum of 2 hours within standard business hours.
Physical Demands
Ability to reach, squat, stoop and lift at least 10 lbs to organize and transport large quantities of documents and equipment.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
STU1356PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Students
Desired Start Date
02/03/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Assistant Director of Financial Assistance
Salary
$11.00/hr
Open Date
01/27/2025
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).
Salary : $11
