Membership and Recruitment Student Leader

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided (Mon-Thu)

Shirt provided for shifts

May training wages

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Membership and Recruitment Student Leader to support orientation, welcome families, and manage on-site membership sign-ups. You will assist with information and payments, and help ensure families receive benefits during sessions.

Position requires a current Spring 2026 full-time student with strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to handle high-volume interactions across summer orientations (May–Aug).

Qualifications

• Full-time student for the current Spring 2026 semester.
• Be in good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
• Comfortable using digital systems, searching databases, and entering information accurately.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to working assigned Orientation dates.
• High energy and comfort interacting with large numbers of parents and families.

Responsibilities

• Staff the Texas Parents Association table during Orientation sessions.
• Welcome families and explain membership benefits.
• Assist with on-site membership registration and payment.
• Distribute benefit packets and ensure families receive correct materials.
• Learn and explain all membership levels, pricing, benefits, and deadlines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details

• Job Posting Title: Membership and Recruitment Student Leader
• Hiring Department: Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 30
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Earliest Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Aug 23, 2026
• Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Responsibilities

• Orientation Engagement & Membership Support Staff
  • Staff the Texas Parents Association table during all assigned Orientation sessions.
  • Welcome families and explain the purpose, benefits, and value of Texas Parents membership.
  • Assist parents with on-site membership registration and payment.
  • Distribute benefit packets and ensure families receive the correct materials.
• Information & System Use
  • Learn and accurately explain all membership levels, pricing, benefits, and deadlines.
  • Search and verify family information in the Texas Parents database.
  • Enter membership information and update records as needed.
• Customer Service & Troubleshooting
  • Answer a wide variety of questions with confidence, positivity, and professionalism.
  • Identify and resolve basic issues, such as duplicated accounts, payment errors, or missing benefits.
  • Escalate complex problems to full-time staff when necessary.
  • Maintain a calm and helpful presence even during busy peak times.

Required Qualifications

• Full-time student for the current Spring 2026 semester.
• Be in good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.
• High energy and comfort interacting with large numbers of parents and families.
• Strong verbal communication skills and a polished, professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn detailed membership processes and explain them clearly.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to working assigned Orientation dates.
• Comfortable using digital systems, searching databases, and entering information accurately.

Work Schedule & Requirements

Must be available for the majority of New Student Orientation sessions (May–August). Training will be May 19-21 (Tuesday through Thursday). Orientation Schedule is as follows: June 1 - 4 June 8 - 11 June 15 - 18 June 22 - 25 June 29 - July 2 July 6 - 9 July 13 - 16 July 20 - 24 (Note that this includes Friday of this week) August 17 - 19 Additional hours may be available July 27 through August 14. Shifts are typically daytime and may require standing for extended periods. 20-30 hours per week during the summer are expected for this position. Class enrollment and other on-campus jobs are allowed on a case-by-case basis. Work shifts may take place at multiple locations on campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior customer service, sales, or event staffing experience.
• Knowledge of UT Austin campus life and student experience.

Career Competencies

• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand
• Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
• Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence and positive attitude
• Plan, initiate, manage, complete, and evaluate projects

Salary

• Salary $13 per hour
• Lunch provided on working days Monday-Thursday.
• Shift shirts will be provided.
• May Training dates will be compensated at hourly rate.

Required Materials

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

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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

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 the Clery 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.

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