Student Ambassador

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTS uniform provided

UTSaver retirement plan options

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Student Ambassador to support campus mobility safety initiatives. This peer education role involves educating the campus on safety rules, promoting responsible riding, and serving as a friendly, reliable on-site presence.

Responsibilities include distributing materials, answering questions, and sharing feedback with program leaders. Availability and a Texas driver's license are required; work is on campus with two shifts and 24 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at an institution of higher learning and meet enrollment eligibility requirements for a non-academic student position.
• Must maintain an unexpired Texas Driver’s License and a clear driving record.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Educate campus mobility safety rules and new safety protocols.
• Serve as a visible point of contact during program launch.
• Answer questions and inform the public.
• Distribute educational materials and promotional items.
• Encourage following safety guidelines in a respectful manner.
• Share feedback with the program team.
• Identify high-traffic areas needing messaging.
• Attend required trainings and team check-ins.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Campus safety interest

Dependability

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Follow guidelines

Learning mindset

Good judgement

Education

Enrollment in higher education

Tools

Texas Driver’s License

Job description

Job Posting Title: Student Ambassador ---- Hiring Department: Parking and Transportation Services ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 24 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes UT Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) provides the campus access, mobility, and services through policies that are customer focused, environmentally friendly, and economically sound. PTS understands that as a student, your first obligation is your education - we work around your schedule.

Purpose

The Student Ambassador will support campus safety mobility initiatives. Student Ambassadors will help educate the campus community about new safety protocols, promote responsible riding, and support a safer environment for pedestrians and riders. This is a peer education role. Ambassadors are expected to be friendly, approachable, reliable, and comfortable speaking in a positive and respectful way.

Responsibilities

• Educate the campus community about campus mobility safety rules, expectations, and new safety protocols.
• Serve as a friendly and visible point of contact during the program launch.
• Answer questions and help inform the public.
• Distribute educational materials, reminders, and promotional items as needed.
• Encourage following safety guidelines in a respectful, non-confrontational manner.
• Share feedback, common questions, or recurring concerns with the program.
• Help identify high-traffic or high-confusion areas where additional messaging may be needed.
• Attend required training sessions and team check-ins.

Required Qualifications

• Staff must be reliable, responsible, and have regular availability.
• Must maintain an unexpired Texas Driver’s License and a clear driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be enrolled at an institution of higher learning and meet enrollment eligibility Requirements for a non-academic student position [https://hr.utexas.edu/student/eligibilitywork].
• Must not be working for another UT dept. or State of Texas dept.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service skills are a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, positive and professional attitude
• Interest in campus safety, student life, transportation and community engagement
• Dependability and punctuality
• Comfort working outdoors and in high-traffic campus areas
• Ability to follow program guidelines and communicate consistent information
• Willingness to learn campus safety rules and protocols
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good judgment when interacting with students, staff, faculty and visitors

Salary Range $15/hour

Work Conditions

Use of manual dexterity
Climbing of stairs
May work in all weather conditions, including inclement and extreme weather
Some heavy lifting and moving up to 50lbs. may be required

Uniform

Uniform is a PTS shirt & safety vest (provided), and black or khaki pants or shorts

Driving a vehicle or cart

May work around loud noises

Work Shift

Two shifts available - 7:30 am to 11:30 am and 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Work to be performed in-person, on campus. 24 hours per week, must work a minimum of 5 hours per week.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

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 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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