Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Student Assistant-Ecumenical/Interfaith Mission and Ministry Office
Academic Year
2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Student Assistant for Ecumenical/Interfaith provides general office support for the Office of Mission and Ministry. Students will be assigned a designated office to serve within UMM. The Student Assistant reports to the Ecumenical Interfaith Chaplain
This position is funded by the Federal Work-Study program and is open to UIW students who are approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include:
- Run errands on campus to include the following areas: Print Shop, Post Office, Business Office, Accounts Payable, etc.;
- Answer phones in a busy office environment; sanitize office equipment daily;
- Meet and greet visitors (social distance);
- Safely guide or escort visitors to various places on campus; provide directions to various campus offices;
- Conduct business at the Business Office, Grant Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Post Office, Print Shop etc.;
- Create Microsoft Office documents- MS Word documents, posters, flyers;
- Proofread all assigned written tasks before submitting; tasks should be submitted in a timely manner as directed by the supervisor;
- File assigned paperwork;
- Participate in UMM events; assist with set up and break down;
- Assist other directors in the department with various duties as assigned;
- Collate and copy assignments as assigned;
- Maintain organization of materials in workspace and main office;
- Adhere to assigned work schedule, UMM workplace guidelines, and professional/casual dress; wear the appropriate badge when in office;
- Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the supervisor or other UMM Team member.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word;
- Ability to train on the job and work individually or with a team;
- Ability to adhere to work schedules and maintain good time management;
- Ability to maintain a professional work ethic in the office;
- Work with other UMM Team directors within our office.
- Ability and willingness to daily communicate with supervisor on assigned duties, requesting clarification as needed.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA;
Required Education
Current UIW student approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program. (Must show Award Letter listing Work-study approval upon hire.)
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous work experience in an office setting.
- Knowledge of the campus, buildings, and surrounding locations.
- Knowledge of office protocols and equipment.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
N/A.
Work Hours
Schedule will be assigned based on your class schedule.
Physical Demands
- Ability to move about campus and pick up mail and packages from Post office.
- Ability to lift up to up to 25 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds of supplies.