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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Department is located off-campus; reliable transportation to and from the building will be needed.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Student Assistant (Work Study)

General Description

This is a work-study student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function.

Job Duties

1. Provides office assistance to the department by assisting staff in routine clerical duties and responsibilities.

2. Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, greeting visitors, and directing visitors to appropriate staff member.

3. Assists in file and records maintenance.

4. Assists in the preparation and implementation of departmental project/program activities.

5. Provides general information and/or training regarding project/program.

6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.

2. Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.

3. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

4. Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Required Qualifications

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.

Preferred Qualifications

Enrollment in or completion of courses in environmental science, environmental health and safety, biology, chemistry, or related fields.

Familiarity with environmental regulations and safety standards (such as OSHA , EPA guidelines) would be a plus, though not always required for a student position.

Any experience in environmental safety, internships, or volunteer work related to safety, environmental protection, or sustainability.

Physical Demands

Special Conditions for Eligibility

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2025-056

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Open Date 03/26/2025

Review Start Date 04/13/2026

Posting Close Date

Work Schedule The Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Department hours are Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.. The required work hours are flexible but the student must work a minimum of 20 hours per week. May require more hours in January and work through the

Min Pay Rate $10.00

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Department is located off-campus; reliable transportation to and from the building will be needed.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12795

Department Information

Department Environmental Health, Safety, & Risk Management

Contact Name Greg Moore

Contact Phone 936-468-6034

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Are you eligible for Federal or State Work Study?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not Sure

+ * Which of the following best represents your current student classification?

+ Entering freshman

+ Freshman

+ Sophomore

+ Junior

+ Senior

+ Graduate Student

+ * Do you have experience operating a motorized utility vehicle (MUV)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you available to work during the Summer?

+ Yes

+ No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter