Campus Engagement Student Assistant

What We Can Do Together

The Association of Former Students engages and inspires the Aggie Network for Texas A&M University in perpetuating the Aggie Spirit. Through our Annual Fund, as well as other revenue streams, we provide scholarships, endowments, emergency student loans, and awards for faculty excellence. Support The Association’s Campus Engagement team by strengthening the operational execution, consistency and scalability of student-facing programs, while providing a current student perspective to enhance outreach effectiveness and student experience.

Culture and Benefits

We work in an inclusive, professional, creative, and collaborative environment that delivers a strong positive social impact to current and former students, alumni, faculty, and friends of Texas A&M University. We invest in your growth! Professional development and continuous growth are fundamental components in our organization. This role extends team capacity, improves coordination and contributes to a more connected student network.

Essential Functions

• Assist in coordinating large-scale events such as Buck Weirus Spirit Awards, Aggie Ring Day, GatheRing, Ring Remembrance and other Association events as requested.
• Provide administrative support to The 1879 Society Ambassador program, including scheduling, communications and meeting coordination.
• Aid the 1879 Ambassador leadership team with logistical and administrative needs, including scheduling, room reservations and catering coordination.
• Cook up logistical aspects of VIP campus tours, including scheduling, transportation arrangements and preparation of itineraries.
• Support the administrative and logistical needs of big check presentations, including scheduling coordination, materials preparation and internal communication.
• Attend events with the Campus Engagement team to support relationship-building efforts with students, faculty, staff and families.
• Promote awareness of The Association and its mission through student-facing interactions and event support.
• Contribute ideas to enhance Association events, programs and the overall student experience.

Requirements

• Good working knowledge of Texas A&M University.
• Proficiency with standard office technology and software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Suite.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence and basic proofreading.
• Involved or previously involved with high-impact student organizations, with strong knowledge of Texas A&M’s campus structure and established connections with student leaders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to support multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities, exercise sound judgment and maintain a positive, solutions-oriented approach, including during time-sensitive or last-minute situations.
• Ability to interact professionally and provide a high level of customer service to students, former students, faculty, staff and guests.
• Professionalism in conduct, appearance and attendance, with reliability and accountability in fulfilling assigned responsibilities.
• Willingness to work frequent evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Capacity Requirements

• Ability to work at a desk with frequent use of keyboard and monitor for significant portion of the workday.
• Ability to move and carry objects up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand/move around quickly for long periods of time, when needed, at events.