Federal College Study- Community Service; LDO Crime Stoppers

Position: Federal College Work Study- Community Service (LDO Crime Stoppers)
* Develop interest in public service through employment with TAMIU and be assigned to local non-profit, government, or community-based organizations.
* Apply skills and theories gained through coursework to solve problems and explore issues outside the classroom.
* Enhance career competencies, such as critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and leadership.
* Articulate how experiences will shape personal, academic, and professional pursuits.
* Work with community partners to promote Laredo Crime Stoppers’ initiatives.
* Participate in community meetings and events to represent the organization and gather feedback.
* Assist in developing and distributing informational materials such as flyers, newsletters, and social media content.
* Perform data entry and maintain accurate records of program activities and outcomes.
* Assist with general office tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, and organizing files.
* Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
* Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduates' students.
* Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
* Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
* Must be a U.S. citizen, or permanent residence, or has an alien registration number.an eligible non-citizen.
* · Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
* Undergraduate majoring in Criminal Justice, Public administration, sociology, communications or related field.
* Bilingual (English/Spanish)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with social media platforms.
* Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
* Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
* Outstanding customer service skills.
* Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
* Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.
* Position requires on campus, face to face interactions.
* Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
* Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.
* Promptly complete all required training.
* Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.
* Some evening and weekend work may be required.
* Passion for community service and crime prevention.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Subject to funding and/or need.

For many students, part-time student employment on campus is the beginning of their working career.  Your work history not only follows you as a student through college but also out into the working world after graduation.

Student employment is an opportunity to build positive work experience and learn new skills that may help you in the future to obtain employment.

There are a number of advantages to accepting a student employment position on campus:
· It provides an opportunity to begin your working career in an environment that will help you develop and grow as an employee.
· It’s a short commute to work.
· Work hours can be scheduled around your class schedule.

Find out if there is an on-campus job that is right for you and put student employment to work for you!

To be eligible for Student Employment:

Undergraduate Students
· Undergraduate student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester of college-level courses or accepted remedial courses.
· International undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
· Must maintain a 2.0 TAMIU overall GPA.Graduate Students:
· Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per semester.
· International graduate students must enroll in 9 semester credit hours in order to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
· Must maintain a 3.0 TAMIU overall GPA.Students who will be graduating may enroll for less than half time for their final semester.  Must submit proof of graduation.

Federal and State Work Study positions

It may also be advantageous for you to apply for financial aid to assist you with meeting your educational goals. This may also include being eligible for the Federal Work Study and State Work Study programs.
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