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　　Please see Special Instructions for more details.

　　To be considered for this position, applicants must attach a Spring 2024 class schedule and a list of references. If you are unable to attach the documents, email the information in Word document form to [email protected].

　　Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　Job Title Student Assistant (Work Study) (Museum Asst)

　　General Description

　　This is a work-study student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of the Stone Fort Museum. Responsible for serving as facility manager on weekends and during absence of the curator. Works under general supervision with a high degree of personal responsibility and initiative.

　　Job Duties

　　Performs guard duties and exhibit docent duties for visitors in a two-story historic structure without handicap access to the second floor.

　　Assists in management of artifact collection located in second floor storage.

　　Implementation of departmental activities with on-site and off-site educational programs.

　　Performs general custodial functions such as sweeping, mopping and rest room maintenance using chemical cleaning agents as appropriate.

　　Performs garden maintenance including trimming, watering, weeding, fertilizing and refuse removal tasks.

　　Operates manual tools and equipment including hand tools, garden shears, shovels, rakes and garden hoses.

　　Performs store clerk functions including cash register sales.

　　Receives payments from students and others for departmentally sponsored activities.

　　Provides office assistance to the department by assisting staff in routine clerical duties and responsibilities.

　　Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, greeting visitors, and directing visitors to appropriate staff member.

　　Assists in file and records maintenance.

　　Performs other related duties as assigned.

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

　　Desire to learn and participate in research, interpretation and educational activities of a historical structure and associated garden.

　　Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.

　　Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.

　　Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

　　Ability to understand and follow instructions.

　　Required Qualifications

　　The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

　　No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

　　A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience creating digital content using Adobe Creative Cloud apps including Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere.

　　Experience in public speaking.

　　Experience in event management.

　　Physical Demands

　　Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties, including:

　　Climbing stairs, bending, squatting, and lifting.

　　Standing for extended periods.

　　Perform work in varying environmental conditions including summer heat, winter cold, wind, rain, and humidity.

　　Special Conditions for Eligibility

　　A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

　　Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

　　Position End Date (if temporary)

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Posting Number SA2024-015

　　Number of Vacancies 3

　　Posting Open Date 01/24/2024

　　Review Start Date 01/30/2024

　　Posting Close Date

　　Work Schedule REQUIRED: Must be available to work Tues. and Thurs. 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, and some weekends, including Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 1-5pm.

　　Min Pay Rate $8.50/hour

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　To be considered for this position, applicants must attach a Spring 2024 class schedule and a list of references. If you are unable to attach the documents, email the information in Word document form to [email protected].

　　EEO Statement

　　Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

　　Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11094

　　Department Information

　　Department Stone Fort Museum

　　Contact Name Carolyn Spears

　　Contact Phone 468-2408

　　Contact Email [email protected]

　　Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

　　Supplemental Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　Have you been awarded and accepted a "Work-Study Permit" from the Financial Aid Office? Yes

　　No

　　Are you available to work weekends? Yes

　　No

　　Which of the following best represents your current student classification? Entering freshman

　　Freshman

　　Sophomore

　　Junior

　　Senior

　　Graduate Student

　　How many years of experience do you have working in an office environment? 1-2

　　3-5

　　6-8

　　More than 10

　　Do you have prior experience in Customer Service? Yes

　　No

　　Please describe any experience you have with public speaking. (Open Ended Question)

　　Please describe your experience with event/project planning and implementation. (Open Ended Question)

　　Please describe your graphic design experience. (Open Ended Question)

　　Describe any work experience relevant to this posting. (Open Ended Question)

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　List of References

　　Other Document

　　Resume

　　Optional Documents