Student Assistant Pay Rates

Effective 9/1/2021, all student assistant assignments must utilize the new classification and compensation plan shown below. Student assistants are paid on an hourly basis. The time period is the 16th of the month through the 15th of the following month. Hours will be entered and approved using the TWU Portal account. The paycheck for hours completed on the 15th of a month will be paid on the 1st of the next month.

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Job Title	Description	Pay Range
Student Assistant I	Performs work requiring a combination of basic skills and some experience. Work is guided by applicable work principles and standardized techniques.	$7.25 - $11.00
Student Assistant II	Performs work requiring training that is more specialized. Usually requires experience and/or being on the job. Minimal level of supervision received. Work is analytical, technical, and based on acquired skills.	$11.00 - $13.00
Student Assistant III	Performs specialized student duties such as student researchers requiring specialized training. May require minimum experience. Works with greater independence than lower level positions and receives a minimal level of supervision. May act as lead to other student employees. Considered specialized student positions.	$13.00 - $15.00
Student Assistant IV	Performs para-professional level work. Provides leadership in area of expertise. Acts as lead to other student employees. Positions work independently and can be highly technical in nature.	$15.00 - $19.00

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