Job Information
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Graduate Assistant in Edinburg, Texas
Title Information
Assistantship TitleGraduate Assistant
Job Class Code10096
FLSAExempt
Minimum Qualifications
Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
Must be in good academic standing
Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.
Position Information
Posting NumberA1059
Working TitleGraduate Assistant
LocationEdinburg, Texas
CollegeCollege of Liberal Arts
DepartmentCollege of Liberal Arts
DivisionProvost - Academic Affairs
FTE.5
Scope of Job
The Graduate Student Assistant will support the finance team in various tasks related to financial recordkeeping, reporting, and general support to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations.
Assist with reconciliation-related activities.
Assist with various tracking activities and reports.
Assist with electronic filing systems and maintenance.
Assist with overview balance requests from departments.
Assist with the preparation of financial documents.
Assist with following up on various workflows.
Respond and interact with college departments and other university units promptly and professionally.
Perform general administrative tasks, such as filing, printing, scanning, organizing documents, etc., to support the finance team’s smooth operations.
Assist with other projects as needed.
Attend university training and learn the required workflows, the PeopleSoft platform, etc. to complete tasks.
Assist with front-office support as needed.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Currently admitted to the Graduate School;
Be in good academic standing;
Be registered full-time for the respective semester (9 semester credit hours during the fall semester, 9 semester credit hours during spring semester, 6 semester credit hours during the summer session(s)), or in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements on the degree plan.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
Good attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
Organizational and time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and take responsibility as needed.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and integrity with sensitive information.
Salary
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date08/01/2024
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date07/02/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Social Security Number
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/43426
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Reference Letter 1