Student Employee -Office Dean - Criminal Justice- (McAllen, Texas Criminal Justice Stud

Student Employee – Office of the Dean – Criminal Justice

Location:

McAllen, Texas. Must live in this area and be eligible for Work Studies.

Position:
Criminal Justice Student Worker. Part‑time (20–28 hours per week) with hourly pay of $10.00.

We are seeking a motivated and responsible part‑time student worker to assist with various administrative and operational tasks, including classroom preparation, recruitment activities, and other duties as required.

• Classroom Preparation
  • Assist in setting up classrooms for lectures, seminars, and other academic events.
  • Organize and distribute materials such as handouts, textbooks, and equipment.
  • Ensure classroom technology (projectors, computers) is functioning properly.
  • Support instructors with last‑minute requests or adjustments.
• Recruitment Assistance
  • Help organize and participate in recruitment events.
  • Distribute promotional materials and provide information to prospective students.
  • Assist in the coordination of virtual and in‑person recruitment activities.
  • Maintain and update databases of prospective students and applicants.
• General Administrative Support
  • Perform clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, and scheduling.
  • Assist with communication efforts, including drafting emails, making phone calls, and preparing presentations.
  • Support special projects and events as needed, providing logistical and operational assistance.
  • Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

• Currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
• Availability to work 20–28 hours per week.

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with the College of Criminal Justice or academic administration.

Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments, with an expectation of pre‑identified recruiting events.

Contact Name &

Title:

Dr. David Stender, Senior Director for Strategy & Innovation, College of Criminal Justice

Phone:

Email: dxs
1272

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.