Work-Study Assistant (Candidate Pool) | 2026-2027 - Multiple Positions

Job Title

Work-Study Assistant (Candidate Pool) | 2026-2027 - Multiple Positions

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

FAID Work Study

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Multiple Vacancies Available Across Campus

The Work-Study Student Assistant, under general supervision, will assist the department in which they are hired with daily operations, special projects, and other duties deemed necessary by the supervisor.

The Department of Financial Aid at Prairie View A&M University seeks to establish a pool of qualified applicants for potential employment in future Work-Study Student Assistant Positions, for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semester. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position. Hours will vary based on departmental needs, and may not exceed 20 hours per week. Student may work ONLY while classes are in session ( for fall 2026: August 24, 2026 – December 9, 2027 and for spring 2027: January 11, 2027 (Tentative) - May 8, 2027 ).

Responsibilities:

Duties will vary by departmental need, and the following are examples of tasks that may be performed. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Answer phones

Greet customers

Provide excellent customer service

Assist with providing answers to internal and external customers

Develop content

Web page management

Create presentation materials

Organize and maintain information

Document imaging

Assist with other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

Presently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University.

Minimum 2.0 GPA.

Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college.

Must have an accepted Federal or State Work-Study Award for the 25-26 Academic year.

No prior experience necessary.

Preferred Education and Experience:

May vary by department.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

May vary by department.

Other Requirements:

May vary by department.

Work Location:

This position is located on campus and is not eligible for remote work.

Job Posting Close Date:

Open until all positions have been filled. If selected for an interview, the hiring department will contact you directly.

Attachments:

Please attach all the required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. If you do not attach the required documents, you will not be considered for this position. Do not submit your application without these documents attached.

Cover Letter (Optional)

Resume

Detailed Class Schedule for the upcoming academic year

Proof of Work-Study Acceptance

Application Submission Guidelines:

The required documents listed in the above "Attachments section" must be attached to the application before the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resources on or before the closing date stated above at 936-261-1793 or seo@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU career site.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.