Graduate Assistant – Theology

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Recruitment began on August 19, 2026 and the job listing Expires on September 9, 2026

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides general office support to the faculty and staff of the Theology department, including duties related to day-to-day operations and special projects, such as research tasks and exam proctoring. Serves as receptionist in the Theology office during working hours, managing phones and in-person visitors.

Updates Theology

Department social media.

- Compensation: Stipend of $3,500 per semester
- Hours: 15 hours per/week, during standard workday
- Duration: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Office Assistant Duties

- Greets all visitors/employees/students who come to the Theology Department office
- Answers all incoming calls and directs them to the appropriate individual
- Processes the mail
- Maintains department office files and filing
- Maintains stock of office supplies, reordering as required
- Manages social media for the Theology Department
- Reports work progress on a weekly basis to supervisor

Research Assistant Duties

- Perform research tasks for faculty projects, using Blume Library and online resources
- Opportunity to prepare and teach classroom lessons for Theology faculty, if desired
- Assist faculty with grading, especially tests or quizzes
- Occasionally proctor exams or quizzes for faculty members

EDUCATION

- Earned baccalaureate degree and enrolled as a degree-seeking master’s or doctoral student at StMU.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Strong organizational skills
- Telephone etiquette and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to take accurate messages
- Willingness to learn how to use basic tools for academic research in the field of Theology
- Ability to create and disseminate publicity for Theology department events and initiatives
- Must be conscientious, prompt, and have respect for the confidential nature of the office
- Must be responsible, take initiative, and work well with others

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Courage to ask questions and seek clarification, and take direction as necessary
- Preferred degree program: Theology,



but all graduate students at StMU are welcome
- Interest in assisting with ongoing department projects, like Theology Overnight Intensive, La Biblia Project (https://labiblia.stmarytx.edu/), Theology Day, and faculty research initiatives

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 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.

APPLICATIONS: Interested applicants should submit aResume/CV and Cover Letter through Handshake.

Application deadline is September 8, 2026. For more information or questions regarding this opportunity, please contact James B. Ball, Ph.D., [email protected]

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides general office support to the faculty and staff of the Theology department, including duties related to day-to-day operations and special projects, such as research tasks and exam proctoring. Serves as receptionist in the Theology office during working hours, managing phones and in-person visitors.

Updates Theology

Department social media.

- Compensation: Stipend of $3,500 per semester
- Hours: 15 hours per/week, during standard workday
- Duration: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Office Assistant Duties

- Greets all visitors/employees/students who come to the Theology Department office
- Answers all incoming calls and directs them to the appropriate individual
- Processes the mail
- Maintains department office files and filing
- Maintains stock of office supplies, reordering as required




- Manages social media for the Theology Department
- Reports work progress on a weekly basis to supervisor

Research Assistant Duties

- Perform research tasks for faculty projects, using Blume Library and online resources
- Opportunity to prepare and teach classroom lessons for Theology faculty, if desired
- Assist faculty with grading, especially tests or quizzes
- Occasionally proctor exams or quizzes for faculty members

EDUCATION

- Earned baccalaureate degree and enrolled as a degree-seeking master’s or doctoral student at StMU.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Strong organizational skills
- Telephone etiquette and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to take accurate messages
- Willingness to learn how to use basic tools for academic research in the field of Theology
- Ability to create and disseminate publicity for Theology department events and initiatives
- Must be conscientious, prompt, and have respect for the confidential nature of the office
- Must be responsible, take initiative, and work well with others

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Courage to ask questions and seek clarification, and take direction as necessary
- Preferred degree program: Theology, but all graduate students at StMU are welcome
- Interest in assisting with ongoing department projects, like Theology Overnight Intensive, La Biblia Project (https://labiblia.stmarytx.edu/), Theology Day, and faculty research initiatives

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 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.

APPLICATIONS: Interested applicants should submit aResume/CV and Cover Letter through Handshake.

Application deadline is September 8, 2026. For more information or questions regarding this prospect, please contact James B. Ball, Ph.D., [email protected]

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