Benson Latin American Collection Rare Books Student Associate (open to work-study and non-work-study)

The University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UT Saver voluntary retirement programs

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a student employee to assist with rare materials handling, scanning, pulling, and re-shelving for researchers on UT's Main Campus in Austin, TX. You will support stacks staff in various projects and shifts run Monday through Friday, 9am–5pm.

Requirements include enrollment in at least 6 UT Austin credits for Fall 2025, ability to climb stairs, and ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs. Spanish or Portuguese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be a UT Austin student enrolled in at least 6 credits for Fall 2025.
• Ability to climb stairs, as rare books stacks are accessed by narrow staircases.
• Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Scanning, pulling, re-shelving, and handling rare materials for researchers.
• Various stacks projects.
• Assisting the stacks manager as needed.

Skills

Stair climbing

Spanish/Portuguese

Job description

Responsibilities

• Scanning, pulling, re-shelving, and handling rare materials for researchers.
• Various stacks projects.
• Assisting the stacks manager as needed.

Required Qualifications

• UT Austin student enrolled in minimum of 6 credits for the Fall 2025 semester.
• Ability to climb stairs, as the rare books stacks are only accessible by narrow staircases.
• Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills.

Salary and Working Conditions

• Salary Range $11.00/hour.
• Working Conditions Regular indoor working conditions.
• Work Shift Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 10.
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately.
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2025.
• Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS.

Benefits

• Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Equal Opportunity and Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Employment Eligibility: Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

About the University

Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.