Archer Center Texas-based Operations Assistant (Temporary)

The University of Texas at Dallas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is looking for a part-time Operations Assistant in Austin, Texas, to support candidate recruitment and coordinator roles for alumni. Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with responsibilities including tracking program interest and following up with potential applicants. Candidates should be detail-oriented, with a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; some college coursework or relevant experience preferred.
• Experience working in an administrative office environment is a plus.
• Interest in experiential learning and student engagement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment efforts by responding to student inquiries and tracking program interest.
• Coordinate and serve as primary contact for the Archer Fellow Alumni Ambassadors.
• Assist with candidate application processing and organizing information sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or upper-division undergraduate student

Job description

Archer Center Texas-based Operations Assistant (Temporary)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is located in Austin, Texas. Offices are in the UT System Administration building in downtown Austin, 210 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701.

Posting Number

Posting Number W00180P

Position Title

Position Title Archer Center Texas-based Operations Assistant (Temporary)

Functional Title

Department

Department Honors College Dept

Salary Range

Salary Range $18 - DOQ

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Hourly

Position Status

Position Status Temporary

Location

Location Austin

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/09/2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 05/26/2025

Job Summary

Founded in 2001, the Archer Center is where Texas meets the world. As the Washington, D.C., campus of The University of Texas System, the Archer Center offers exceptional undergraduate and graduate students from across the UT System the opportunity to live, learn, and intern in the nation’s capital. We are currently seeking a part-time Operations Assistant based in Austin, Texas, who shares our commitment to student success, experiential learning, and leadership development.

The Operations Assistant will support the Texas-based Archer Center team with candidate recruitment efforts. Responsibilities include responding to prospective student inquiries, tracking program interest, following up with potential applicants, and identifying new recruitment opportunities. This role also serves as the coordinator and primary contact for the Archer Fellow Alumni Ambassadors, who support recruitment efforts across all 14 University of Texas System institutions.

The ideal candidate will be organized and detail-oriented, with strong verbal and written communication skills. They will represent the Archer Center with professionalism and discretion, particularly when handling confidential information. This role requires excellent time management and the ability to engage with stakeholders across academic environments. No travel is required.

This position is located at the UT System Administration Office/Archer Center in Austin, Texas, and reports to the Associate Director of Admissions and Campus Relations.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent: Some college coursework or relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or upper-division undergraduate student.
• Currently enrolled at a UT System institution and pursuing a degree in education, higher education, political communication, leadership, policy, political science/government, or a related field.
• Experience working in an administrative office environment.
• Experience engaging with students and staff in a higher education setting.
• Interest in the impact of experiential learning and/or off-campus programs on students’ professional, personal, and academic development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent the Archer Fellowship Program/Graduate Archer Fellowship Program with exceptional professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Serve as coordinator and primary point of contact for the Archer Fellow Alumni Ambassadors program and other alumni initiatives to support recruitment.
• Lead regular check-in meetings with Alumni Ambassadors, providing guidance and support while ensuring that ambassadors follow Archer Center guidelines in their work; Act as liaison between Archer Center staff and Alumni Ambassadors.
• Attend in-person and virtual information sessions for the Archer Fellowship Programs as needed.
• Research campus events, student organizations, and other campus spaces for opportunities to promote the Archer Fellowship Program to new audiences across UT System institutions.
• Assist with Archer Fellowship Program candidate application processing and eligibility reviews.
• Support the Texas-based Archer Center team as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standing, Walking, Sitting, Light Lifting and Carrying, Handling, Grasping, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motion

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

This position is located in Austin, Texas. Offices are in the UT System Administration building in downtown Austin. This role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval. This position is a Temporary – Non-Benefits eligible role working approximately 20 hours or less per week.

Special Instructions Summary

This position is located in Austin, Texas. Offices are in the UT System Administration building in downtown Austin, 210 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701.

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

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