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Title: Student Employee– New Student Onboarding & Transition Programs- New Student Onboarding & Digital Marketing Coordinator
Employee Class: Student
College Work Study Position: Yes
Department: New Student Onboarding & Transition Programs
Division: Division of Student Affairs
Hours per week: 15-25
Hiring Rate: $11.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification: Sophomore or Junior
Nature & Purpose of Position:
The Student Assistant for New Student Onboarding & Transition Programs (SOTP) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of onboarding initiatives for incoming students, including Bearkat Kickoff (BKO). This role provides administrative, operational, and event support to ensure a welcoming and organized transition experience for new students.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with event preparation and coordination of Bearkat Kickoff and New Student Onboarding planning efforts
- Provide front-facing office support, answering questions from students and families regarding the SHSU new student onboarding process (phone, Zoom, email, in-person)
- Develop engaging digital content that can be shared across various online/social media platforms (website, videos, flyers, Instagram/Facebook, etc.)
- Take photos and/or videos for Bearkat Kickoff and New Student Onboarding events/programs
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Familiarity with SHSU campus resources, services, and support systems
- Extremely detail oriented and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills to support office communication efforts, including email correspondence
- Expert with digital storytelling to run @shsubearkatsonboard (Bearkat Kickoff/Onboarding & Transition) social media platforms
- Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)
- Basic photo and/or video editing skills (CapCut, iMovie, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.)
Other Requirements for the Position:
- REQUIRED WITHOUT EXCEPTION: Must be available to work Bearkat Kickoff from August 13th– August 18th.
- During the summer months: must be available to work at least Wednesday – Friday from 2 PM- 5 PM for summer Orientation sessions (flexibility around class schedule)
- During the Fall/Spring semester: must be able to work 15-20 hours per week (flexibility around class schedule)
Open Date: 04/27/2026
Position Number: 9N9435
Contact Name & Title: Tiffany Driver
Contact Phone: 936-294-3792
Contact Email: tjdriver@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #: Lowman Student Center, Suite 326
EEO Statement:
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.