Student Employee-Physics & Astronomy-Office Assistant

Toggle navigation Home Search Jobs Job Alerts Log In /Create Account Help Application Instructions FAQs Staff Pay Grade Table Student Employee-Physics & Astronomy-Office Assistant Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Information Requisition 202600208ST Title Student Employee-Physics & Astronomy-Office Assistant Employee Class Student Employee College Work Study Position No Department Dept of Physics & Astronomy Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week 10-15 Hiring Rate 10 Preferred Student Classification Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing. Nature & Purpose of Position Position Summary This position provides administrative support for the Department of Physics & Astronomy. The student worker assists with office operations, helps faculty and staff with administrative tasks, and serves as a friendly point of contact for students and visitors. Responsibilities Assist with general office and administrative tasks. Answer phones, take messages, and respond to or forward emails. Make copies, prepare documents, and help maintain office equipment and supplies. Support faculty and staff with various projects and tasks. Run occasional errands on campus. Help answer questions and direct students and visitors to the appropriate resources. Assist with departmental social media, including creating content and engaging with audiences. Other Requirements for the Position We're looking for students who are organized, dependable, and enjoy helping others. Previous office experience is helpful but not required. Applicants must have completed the lower-level physics courses required for their degree program. Due to the confidential nature of departmental records, students majoring or minoring in Physics or Astronomy are not eligible for this position. Open Date 07/01/2026 Position Number 9N9296-00 Contact Information Contact Name & Title Caitlyn Bellot, Assistant to the Chair Contact Phone 9362941601 Contact Email cmw021@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # Farrington Building 204C Contact Fax Contact Instructions Summary Please allow Mrs. Bellot to contact you in regard to your application. EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Student Class Schedule Optional Documents Cover Letter Letter of Recommendation 1 Reference Contact Information Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University? Yes No • Are you majoring or minoring in Physics, Astronomy, or Engineering? Yes No © Copyright Sam Houston State University. All rights reserved.