Texas Work-Study | State Grants

497210

Part-Time

Closing on: Nov 23 2026

Financial Aid

Department : Financial Aid Salary : $12.00 per hour DESCRIPTION

The Student Assistant will review applicant files for completeness, enter data accurately, and prepare files for the next stage of processing. They will also contact applicants to request missing information or documents. Through this role, the student will develop transferable skills in technology, communication, decision-making, and professionalism.

DUTIES

Data Entry and Verification Duties:

Enter applications

Assist in collecting supporting documentation from applicants

Provide clerical support, including scanning, filing, copying, printing, binding, and contacting applicants by phone and email

Request email notifications

Use Excel spreadsheets

Review eligibility for funding

Perform other duties related to the responsibilities listed above

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Interest in reports, research, accounting, and technical communication

Basic knowledge of tax statements

Good interpersonal and customer service skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Reliable attendance

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Self-starter

Professional work ethic

Qualifications:

Must be a current UHD student

Accept the Work-Study Award for the current school year

Be able to work 15-20 hours per week

Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester

Be a freshman or have a 2.5 GPA

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.