Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching | Academic Affairs (Policy/HB2504)

Job Title Graduate Assistant Non-Teaching | Academic Affairs (Policy/HB2504) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Office of Academic Affairs Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Graduate Assistant Job Description Important Immigration information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. The Graduate Assistant will provide academic and administrative support to assist with maintaining accurate academic information, supporting the Office of the Provost. Responsibilities: Monitor/review documents on HB 2504 webpage Review academic webpages for catalog information accuracy Assist with textbook order follow-up Assist with policy review, and OER projects. Assist with answering and directing telephone calls, filing, and performing other clerical support tasks as delegated Other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in an relevant field. Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student at Prairie View A&M University. (Minimum of 9 credit hours during the regular fall and spring semesters and 6 semester credit hours for the summer semester). Must be in good academic standing. Preferred Education and Experience: Degree-seeking student in a graduate program at PVAMU (e.g., Sociology; Management; Education Leadership; Counseling; Psychology, Human Sciences, Communications; etc.) Must be enrolled in 9 graduate credits each semester of assistantship Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills Strong interpersonal; organizational, and analytical skills Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and to conduct oneself in a highly professional and ethical manner Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in all tasks Familiarity with academic integrity principles, compliance standards, and higher education governance structures, a plus; Have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional Able to work 25 hours per week Job Posting Close Date: Until Filled Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.