Student Assistant - Office Assistant (Dean's Office College of Forestry and Agriculture)
Salary: $9.00 Hourly
Location : Main Campus
Job Type: Student (Non-Work Study)
Job Number: 202600651
Org: Forestry
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Primary Contact: Maci Crossland
Department Phone #: (936) 468-5865
Department Email: maci.crossland@sfasu.edu
Salary Grade: 0
SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function.
QUALIFICATIONS
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. Must be a student in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture and enrolled in the Fall 2026 semester.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
Work hours will be approximately 15 to 25 hours per week, not to exceed 115 total working hours per month, but may be approved for additional work hours during the summer.
The office is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
In your cover letter, please explain the reasons for your interest in this job and include the attributes that you think make you a good candidate for this position. Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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.
SFA's breathtaking campus is located in the heart of East Texas in Did you know that if you live in the Houston or Dallas areas, Nacogdoches may actually be closer than Austin? It's true!
SFA's salary grade table can be found in the pay grade structure section on the
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. 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
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is committed to providing a safe environment for its students and the broader campus community. SFA's police department actively works to prevent and respond to criminal activity through various measures, including comprehensive reporting practices and emergency alert systems.The university's details on-campus crime statistics, including incidents of forcible sex offenses, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and aggravated assault.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
01
Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
02
What is your major?
03
Do you have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher?
04
Are you enrolled in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture (taking any classes in Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, GIS, or Spatial Science)?
05
Do you have, or are you able to obtain, a University Driving Permit?
Required Question
Location : Main Campus
Job Type: Student (Non-Work Study)
Job Number: 202600651
Org: Forestry
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Primary Contact: Maci Crossland
Department Phone #: (936) 468-5865
Department Email: maci.crossland@sfasu.edu
Salary Grade: 0
SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function.
QUALIFICATIONS
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. Must be a student in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture and enrolled in the Fall 2026 semester.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- 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.
- Assists in the preparation and implementation of departmental project/program activities.
- Provides general information and/or training regarding project/program.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- 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.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
Work hours will be approximately 15 to 25 hours per week, not to exceed 115 total working hours per month, but may be approved for additional work hours during the summer.
The office is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.
In your cover letter, please explain the reasons for your interest in this job and include the attributes that you think make you a good candidate for this position. Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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.
SFA's breathtaking campus is located in the heart of East Texas in Did you know that if you live in the Houston or Dallas areas, Nacogdoches may actually be closer than Austin? It's true!
SFA's salary grade table can be found in the pay grade structure section on the
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. 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
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is committed to providing a safe environment for its students and the broader campus community. SFA's police department actively works to prevent and respond to criminal activity through various measures, including comprehensive reporting practices and emergency alert systems.The university's details on-campus crime statistics, including incidents of forcible sex offenses, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and aggravated assault.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
01
Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
- Entering Freshman
- Freshman
- Sophomore
- Junior
- Senior
- Graduate Student
02
What is your major?
03
Do you have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher?
- No
- Yes
04
Are you enrolled in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture (taking any classes in Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, GIS, or Spatial Science)?
- No
- Yes
05
Do you have, or are you able to obtain, a University Driving Permit?
- No
- Yes
Required Question