Student Employee- First-Generation Center Ambassador -(College Work-study)

Requisition : 202500356ST

Title :

Student Employee- First-Generation Center Ambassador (College Work-study)

Employee Class : Student Employee

College Work Study Position :

Yes

Department :

Office of Student Experience & Retention

Division :

Division of Student Affairs

Hours per week : 15 - 20

Hiring Rate : $10

Preferred Student Classification :

Sophomore Senior

Nature & Purpose of Position :

The SHSU First-Generation Center is currently seeking passionate and dedicated first-generation students to serve as Student Ambassadors. In this role, ambassadors will work closely with the Centers leadership team to support daily operations and lead targeted programming designed to uplift and engage the first-generation student community.

Other Requirements for the Position :

First-Generation Student Ambassadors play a vital role in advancing the universitys mission to engage and support first-generation Bearkats. These ambassadors will lead and coordinate the First-Generation Centers signature programs and events throughout the academic year, serving as key connectors between the university and its first-generation student community.

In their role, Student Ambassadors will assist first-generation students in navigating university life, including events, services, and challenges that may be unique to their experience. They will also help develop and implement strategies that promote student success at SHSU.

Additionally, First-Generation Student Ambassadors will support daily office operations, including answering phones, welcoming and assisting guests, and maintaining an organized and efficient office environment.

Serve as a representative of the SHSU First-Generation Center.

Assist and collaborate with center leadership with the incorporation of co-curricular activities and workshops.

Welcome and engage with prospective first-generation students and their families.

Encourage involvement in the First-Generation Center, university organizations, and campus events.

Open Date : 09 / 05 / 2025

Contact Name & Title :

Jennifer Goddard, Assistant Director of FGC

Contact Phone : 936-294-3006

Contact Email :

jennifergoddard@shsu.edu

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.

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