Job Description - Texas Work Study, Academic Support Center (STU001591)
Department Name: D0078 Academic Support Center
Description
Duties Checks in students and maintains the confidentiality of Academic Support Center records. Answers questions and/or presents information related to UHD student services. Provides assistance with computer lab software/hardware, Blackboard, and services. Maintains and secures supplies and equipment (copier, printers, and multimedia materials). Performs opening and closing procedures and follows all UHD emergency procedures. Clerical duties (data entry, filing, word processing, copying, mail distribution). Performs all other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Good customer service, communication skills, and telephone etiquette. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Blackboard. Ability to multitask and interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff. General knowledge of the UHD campus and student services. Reliable, punctual, and available to work flexible shifts (morning, night, and weekends). Twenty hours a week; Monday-Saturday. Qualifications Current UHD student and applied for college work-study issued by the UHD Financial Aid department. UHD course enrollment with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. About University of Houston Downtown
The second-largest university in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is a comprehensive, four-year, urban university in the heart of downtown. Led by President Loren J. Blanchard, UHD is a community of diverse faculty, staff, students, and regional partners dedicated to nurturing talent, generating knowledge, and driving socioeconomic mobility for a just and sustainable future.
Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in size, scope, and service, now offering 46 bachelor's and 11 master's degree programs and 17 fully online programs within its four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences & Technology.
UHD educates approximately 15,000 students annually. With more than 77% of UHD's students coming directly from Harris County, UHD is not just a university in Houston, but Houston's University and an Anchor Institution for the region.
UHD is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military-Friendly School. While the student population is largely Hispanic at 53% and African-American at 20%, more than 64 countries are represented. Furthermore, UHD has the most affordable tuition among four-year universities in Houston, and its graduates have the lowest student loan debt in the state. Importantly, 70% of UHD freshman students are the first in their families to attend college.
UHD is one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, which also includes the University of Houston, University of Houston-Clear Lake, and University of Houston-Victoria. Instructional Sites operated by UHD are University of Houston-Downtown Northwest, University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College-Kingwood, University of Houston-Downtown at LSC-CyFair and University of Houston-Downtown at HCC-Coleman College.
The University of Houston-Downtown is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. UHD is committed to equal opportunity and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, genetic information, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, except where such distinction is required by law.
Required Attachments by Candidate: Resume, Financial Aid Award Letter, Class Schedule
University of Houston-Downtown
One Main Street
Houston, TX 77002
713-221-8000
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