Student Worker

Position Title Student Worker

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 Office of Communication and Brand Marketing is looking for a work study student to support the office and its staff. Students in this position may be required to work independently and with minimal supervision on projects. This position reports to the department’s Administrative Assistant.

This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.

Essential Functions

• Answer the phones, greet guests, and represent the Office of Communications and Brand Marketing in a professional manner in the absence of the communications and brand marketing team.
• File, copy, and scan documents for team members.
• Review and archive newspapers, daily.
• Post University events to online community calendars and chamber of commerce newsletters and calendars.
• Run errands on campus, as needed.
• Assist with special event preparation, as needed.
• Take photographs at events, and as needed, throughout campus.
• Drive the golf cart in accordance with University and department guidelines.
• This may include opportunities to work on special projects remotely.
• Support the Office of Communications and Brand Marketing in events and projects including Light the Way and Commencement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• To serve as a role model to the university community by acting with professionalism, through all phone, email, and in-person interactions with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and others.

• To work with discretion at all times. A confidentiality agreement will be signed, and if the terms of that are violated in any way, it is grounds for the immediate termination of the work-study assignment.

• To comply with all tasks and responsibilities laid out in the job description, and be willing and able to work on assigned duties as needed; Excellent problem-solving and customer service/phone skills.

• To work independently and manage time and responsibility expectations.

• Experience with Microsoft applications, including Word and PowerPoint; Familiar with using the internet and OneDrive; Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs.

• 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

• Must be a current, undergraduate student at UIW.

• Current UIW student approved and eligible to participate in the Federal Work-Study program.

• Required Work Experience

• None.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in office support or customer service.

• Bilingual.

• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• Must have a valid drivers license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

• Work Hours

• General availability during normal business hours, Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm.

• May work up to 20 hours per week.

• Work schedule to be determined, based on student schedule.

• Some evenings and weekends when needed.

• Physical Demands

• Must be able to life 25 pounds

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• Posting Details

• Posting Number

• STU1669PO

• Number of Vacancies

• 3

• Job Type

• Part Time

• Job Category

• Students

• Desired Start Date

• 08/17/2026

• Multi-Hire Pool

• Yes

• Position End Date (if temporary)

• Reports to

• VP of Communications and Marketing

Salary

$11.00/hr

Open Date 08/04/2026

Close Date 05/15/2027

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

None.

EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current UIW student?
• Yes, I am a doctoral student
• Yes, I am a graduate student
• Yes, I am a senior
• Yes, I am a junior
• Yes, I am a sophomore
• Yes, I am a freshman
• No, I am not a UIW student

Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?

• yes
• no
• I don't know

Address Prospective applicants may refer to the university address for location.