Building Management - Student Assistant

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Building Management - Student Assistant on the Athens area campus. This role supports student engagement, building operations, safety awareness, and administrative tasks in the DLWC setting.

Applicants must be UGA students with at least 6 credit hours and be available for evening, weekend, or special-event assignments. The position involves customer service, space preparation, and collaboration with campus staff.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UGA student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for the semester.
• Availability for evening, weekend, special-event, or University-break assignments may be required based on operational needs.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, welcoming, and responsive customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and other users of the DLWC.
• Assist students with general questions about building hours, locations, services, shared spaces, and University resources.
• Help students navigate study areas, meeting rooms, and other shared spaces.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment throughout the DLWC.
• Communicate student questions, concerns, and feedback to the Building Manager or appropriate staff member.
• Assist with routine opening, closing, and operational tasks as assigned.
• Conduct basic walkthroughs of designated areas and report concerns related to cleanliness, safety, furnishings, equipment, restrooms, lighting, or general building conditions.
• Assist with preparing shared spaces for meetings and events, including basic furniture arrangements and signage.
• Help ensure shared spaces are organized, accessible, and ready for student use.
• Report maintenance or facility concerns to the Building Manager or appropriate staff member.
• Follow established procedures related to building access, safety, security, and emergency situations.
• Report unsafe conditions, security concerns, damaged equipment, or other building issues promptly.
• Assist with maintaining awareness of emergency exits, safety equipment, and other safety features.
• Complete required University and Dining Services safety and training programs.
• Maintain effective and professional communication with students, staff, and University partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other activities as assigned.
• Follow University and Dining Services policies, procedures, and building guidelines.
• Support Building Manager and Dining Services staff with routine administrative and operational tasks.
• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of the position as assigned.

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: G/R34788P
• Working Title: Building Management - Student Assistant
• Department: Auxiliary West Campus Dining
• About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
• College/Unit/Department website: dining.uga.edu
• Employment Type: Employee
• Additional Schedule Information: Availability for evening, weekend, special-event, or University-break assignments may be required based on operational needs.
• Advertised Salary: $12.50 / hr
• Anticipated Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Posting Date: 09/08/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Must be a current UGA Student, enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for the semester. Must Use "Other Documents #1" to attach Athena class schedule.
• Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
• EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).
• USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Student Engagement & Customer Service

• Provide friendly, welcoming, and responsive customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and other users of the Dining, Learning and Well-being Center (DLWC).
• Assist students with general questions about building hours, locations, services, shared spaces, and University resources, referring questions to the appropriate staff member when needed.
• Help students navigate and appropriately use study areas, meeting rooms, collaborative spaces, and other shared areas.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment throughout the DLWC.
• Communicate student questions, concerns, and feedback to the Building Manager or appropriate staff member.

Percentage of time: 40

Building & Space Support

• Assist with routine opening, closing, and operational tasks as assigned.
• Conduct basic walkthroughs of designated areas and report concerns related to cleanliness, safety, furnishings, equipment, restrooms, lighting, or general building conditions.
• Assist with preparing shared spaces for meetings, events, and other activities, including basic furniture arrangements and signage.
• Help ensure shared spaces are organized, accessible, and ready for student use.
• Report maintenance or facility concerns to the Building Manager or appropriate staff member.

Percentage of time: 25

Safety & Building Awareness

• Follow established procedures related to building access, safety, security, and emergency situations.
• Report unsafe conditions, security concerns, damaged equipment, or other building issues promptly to the Building Manager or appropriate University personnel.
• Assist with maintaining awareness of emergency exits, safety equipment, and other designated safety features.
• Complete required University and Dining Services safety and training programs.

Percentage of time: 15

Communication & Team Support

• Maintain effective and professional communication with students, staff, and University partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other activities as assigned.
• Follow University and Dining Services policies, procedures, and building guidelines.
• Support Building Manager and Dining Services staff with routine administrative and operational tasks.

Percentage of time: 10

Other Duties

• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of the position as assigned.

Percentage of time: 10