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Federal College Work Study- Community Service (SCCE- Laredo Film Society)

Job Title: Federal College Work Study- Community Service (SCCE- Laredo Film Society)

Agency: Texas A&M International University

Department: Student Conduct & Community Engagement (SCCE)

Proposed Minimum Salary: $10.00 hourly

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Student Worker

Job Description:

Location: Laredo Film Society (LFS), 510 San Agustin Ave Suite B, Laredo, TX 78040

Mission: Laredo Film Society (LFS) is a nonprofit organization that uses film as an artistic, cultural, and educational tool to build community and empower locals to create.

Job Summary:

The Community Work-Study Program (CWS) provides federal financial aid eligible students the opportunity to work part-time at nonprofit organizations that serve the public interest.

Goals of this program include:

• Developing interest in public service through employment with TAMIU and placement in local nonprofit, government, or community-based organizations.
• Applying skills and theories gained through coursework to solve problems and explore issues outside the classroom.
• Enhancing career competencies, such as critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and leadership.
• Articulating how experiences will shape personal, academic, and professional pursuits.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit arts administration and film programming.
• Develop professional skills in event coordination, public outreach, and multimedia production.
• Network with filmmakers, artists, and cultural leaders in the Laredo community.
• Contribute to the promotion of independent film and storytelling in South Texas.
• Flexible work schedule that accommodates academic commitments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing film screenings, workshops, and community events.
• Support the development and dissemination of educational materials related to film and media literacy.
• Coordinate volunteer recruitment, training, and management for LFS programs.
• Collaborate with local artists, filmmakers, and organizations to promote film-related initiatives.
• Assist with social media content creation and engagement to raise awareness of LFS activities.
• Provide administrative support, including preparing reports, maintaining records, and managing communications.
• Participate in meetings and contribute ideas to improve LFS programming and outreach efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours per semester for undergraduates, 3 credit hours for graduates).
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate 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, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen with an alien registration number.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements:

• 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.
• Reliable transportation.

Rate of Pay: $10.00/hour for up to 15 hours per week

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.