Graduate Assistant - UT Social Work_Development & Constituent Relations

The University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Graduate Assistant for UT Social Work Development & Constituent Relations on the UT Main Campus. The role provides hands-on experience in fundraising, donor communications, events, and database updates while supporting daily office operations.

You will work 20 hours per week as a student employee, gaining exposure to donor relations, event planning, and university operations while building professional skills in communication and organization.

Qualifications

• Enrolled graduate student at UT Austin (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• Strong professional interpersonal communication, administrative and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement and discretion in the workplace.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• General administrative duties.
• General office work including updating UT databases and assisting with expense reports.
• Assisting with thank-you letters to donors.
• Assisting with planning and executing in-person events sponsored by the UT SSW Development team.
• Ability to lift approximately 20-25 lbs. on occasion.
• Providing support with graphic design projects and writing assignments.
• Work will be completed primarily in-office, with occasional flexibility around virtual work.

Skills

Graduate student status

Interpersonal communication

Administrative skills

Microsoft Office

Independent & collaborative

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Graduate Assistant - UT Social Work_Development & Constituent Relations

Hiring Department: School of Social Work

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 20

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2027

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes The Office of Development & Constituent Relations at the UT Social Work seeks a UT student, with priority given to UT Social Work Students, to help with donor relations, events, database updates, and general office tasks.

About UT Austin The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the 40 best universities in the world with top national programs across 18 colleges and schools. The university is an enduring symbol of the spirit of Texas, driving economic and social progress while serving the city, state, nation and world as a leading center of knowledge and creativity. Our work is inspired by the bold spirit of Texas and our commitment to its people. UT Social Work is ranked among the top 10 programs of social work education in the country, values high-level scholarship, innovative teaching and commitment to service. Our mission is to promote social and economic justice, alleviate critical social problems and enhance human well-being. Learn more about UT Austin’s mission and values , leadership and strategic plan .

Student employee benefits: As a student employee of the university, you may be eligible for certain kinds of benefits. The charts on this page outline some of the benefits that may be available to you, depending on your student job title. Additional eligibility requirements, such as those *explained in the notes to the charts, may apply.

Purpose The Graduate Assistant will support the UT School of Social Work Development & Constituent Relations team with administrative tasks, donor communications, and event coordination. This role offers hands‑on experience in fundraising, donor relations, and university operations while building key professional skills in communication, organization, and problem‑solving.

Responsibilities

• General administrative duties.
• General office work including updating UT databases and assisting with expense reports.
• Assisting with thank‑you letters to donors.
• Assisting with planning and executing in‑person events sponsored by the UT SSW Development team.
• Ability to lift approximately 20-25 lbs. on occasion.
• Providing support with graphic design projects and writing assignments.
• Work will be completed primarily in‑office, with occasional flexibility around virtual work.

Career Competencies Gained

• Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to persons inside and outside of the organization
• Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems
• Demonstrate personal accountability, ability to learn from mistakes, and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management.
• Gain experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, donor relations and event planning.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled graduate student at UT Austin (Minimum 3.0 GPA)
• Strong professional interpersonal communication, administrative and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement and discretion in the workplace.
• Proficient Microsoft Office suite, in particular MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Office experience, and graphic design experience using Office Suite apps and Canva.
• Has a customer service‑oriented attitude and is committed to displaying a positive attitude towards co‑workers and donors.
• Able to work independently and take initiative in learning policies/procedures and completing tasks
• Interest in continuing in position in Spring 2027 and possibly Summer 2027
• Experience/interest in working in a university setting is very helpful but not required

Undefined Salary Range $21.93 hourly/10-20 hours per week ** (if working less than 20 hours per week, the role will not be benefits eligible)

Working Conditions/Work Shift Standard office environment and conditions. This position is located in Austin, Texas. May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual dexterity.

Availability Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Occasional evening and/or weekend work will be requested during special events.

Required Materials

• Resume
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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

Retirement Plan Eligibility: Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Pay Transparency

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.

Employment Eligibility Verification

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

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) and a campus security authority (Clery Act). 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.