Procurement Student Assistant - (open to work study and non-work study)

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

UTSaver retirement programs

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Department of Computer Science seeks a Procurement Student Assistant to support the purchasing unit in the Gates Dell Complex. This student position offers hands-on experience in inventory management, data entry, and coordinating with faculty, staff, and students on order status.

Working 19 hours per week with a flexible schedule, you will assist with inventory processes, item tracking, database data entry, and inventory reporting.

Qualifications

• Reliable and organized.
• One year of clerical working experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory processes and procedures
• Assist the Purchasing Officer with inventory item tracking
• Assist the Purchasing Officer with database data entry
• Organize and maintain inventory collections and mailroom boxes
• Communicate with faculty, staff, and students regarding status updates on pending & received orders
• Assist with Inventory Reporting.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Reliable

Job description

Job Information

• Job Posting Title: Procurement Student Assistant - (open to work study and non-work study)
• Hiring Department: Department of Computer Science
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2026
• Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

The Department of Computer Science is looking for an organized, reliable, customer service-oriented student assistant to support the purchasing unit in the Gates Dell Complex. Student positions within the Department of Computer Science purchasing unit are an excellent employment opportunity for students interested in developing professional and interpersonal skills, while also working with our dynamic and knowledgeable Information Technology staff. Applicants with previous inventory experience will be considered for a lead role. This position will develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, confidentiality, communication, customer service, and clerical skills. All majors are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory processes and procedures
• Assist the Purchasing Officer with inventory item tracking
• Assist the Purchasing Officer with database data entry
• Organize and maintain inventory collections and mailroom boxes
• Communicate with faculty, staff, and students regarding status updates on pending & received orders
• Assist with Inventory Reporting.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Reliable
• Preferred Qualifications: One year of clerical working experience

Salary Range

$12 - $15 per hour depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Lifting/moving up to 30 lbs

Work Shift Hours

M-F between 8am-5pm, exact schedule to be arranged with supervisor

Required Materials

• Resume/CV and work schedule

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 based on the statement that if this position is identified as 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.

Company Culture

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.

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Contact Information

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