POSITION: HSU Workstudy Global Engagement
DEPARTMENT: Global Engagement
SUPERVISOR TITLE: International Student Advisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EXEMPTION: N/A
LOCATION: Abilene
TARGET HIRE DATE: 7/20/2026
CONTACT INFORMATION: Zazanya Gaddam at zazanya.gaddam@hsutx.edu SCOPE: Performs
administrative and office activities for Office of Global Engagement. Assists
with a variety of offices tasks to support international student services and
the immigration needs for F-1 visa holders and other visa status students at
the university. Serves as a contributing member to new projects that will
benefit international student services and the required tasks to maintain the
Office of Global Engagement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist and Work with and Serve Maintain Perform mail Represent HSU’s Assist with Manage and Assist in Assist Global Other EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: C urrent HSU Student PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This job is sedentary in nature. Must be able to sit for long periods of time while performing office functions. Occasional light lifting may be required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Eagerness to Team player – Cultural Highly Ability to work Ability to Experience with Experience with Experience with
execute various projects assigned by supervisor to fulfill department goals of
serving current international students well and advancing HSU’s global
initiatives.
communicate with internal and external groups that interact and work with our
office. Relay important information needed to complete projects through
e-mails, phone calls, memos, letters, and other communication methods as
needed.
international students who come into the office, answer their basic questions,
and in general help them get what they need as they study with us at HSU. Guide
and direct them as needed to other campus offices who also need to assist them.
important documentation and files regarding projects and work in the office.
room and office inbox duties as well as mail distribution between offices.
global engagement efforts at functions as assigned.
international community newsletter.
curate content for our Instagram and Facebook page, fostering engagement and
growth.
planning and implementation of international student arrivals and orientation
sessions.
Engagement and International Student Fellowship in coordinating International
Week events.
administrative duties as assigned.
learn and grow
thrives well in a positive and collaborative environment
awareness and sensitivity to a diverse group of students
efficient and organized; ability to multi-task high priority projects, organize
details, and meet deadlines
independently and be proactive to solve problems and implement solutions
maintain complete confidentiality about matters which are taking place and
information which is circulated in and out of the office.
best office organization systems; such as filing systems and record keeping.
and/or passion for international students, culture and diversity.
Microsoft Word, Outlook Calendar, and Microsoft Excel.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
HSU complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age, sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information and military service. HSU is a private university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and may lawfully consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. HSU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith and fully support HSU’s mission.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HSU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, except when the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.
BACKGROUND SCREEN:
HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position, applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values, the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions.
