Student Associate, Game Operations

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Student Associate for Game Operations to support gameday activities and campus events on a part-time basis. You will help with setup, guest services, and coordination of logistics to deliver positive experiences for fans.

The role requires being a UT Austin student (at least 6 credits) and availability for in-person, on-campus work during spring 2026; commitment to safety and customer service is essential, with potential training in event operations.

Qualifications

• Must be a UT Austin student enrolled for at least 6 credit hours.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Exemplify the “Texas Fan First” attitude with fans and visitors pre-game, in-game, and post-game.
• Assist in gameday activities including driving golf carts, information services, setup/teardown of gameday elements, and fan engagement.
• Lead or assist in the management of facilities such as Moody Center and DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

UT Austin student (≥6 credit hours)

Job description

Job Posting Title: Student Associate, Game Operations

Hiring Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 27

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

General Notes: Texas Athletics will define what it means to be the world's best intercollegiate athletics program, instilling passion, knowledge, and character for all student-athletes to compete to win, to succeed academically, to achieve their dreams in life, and to contribute to society. Our mission is to prepare students to win with integrity-in academics, in athletics and in life.

Purpose: Game Operations is looking for service-oriented, proactive, and flexible student workers for the 2025-26 academic year. Game Operations provides oversight, coordination, management, and customer services for every Texas Athletics sport. Every member of the Game Operations team will be crucial in delivering positive, memorable experiences for our dedicated fanbase, while also assisting with set-up and takedown of athletic games and campus events. If you are passionate about Texas Athletics, and are looking to develop hands-on operations experience, we encourage you to apply to Game Operations.

Responsibilities

• Exemplify the “Texas Fan First” attitude while interacting with fans and visitors of the University both pre-game, in-game, and post-game.
• Assist in gameday activities as assigned - including, but not limited to, driving golf carts, information services, setting up/striking gameday elements, coordinating gameday activations and logistics, and fan engagement.
• Lead or assist duties related to management of Texas Athletics’ facilities - including the Moody Center and DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.
• Assist in the monitoring of Fan Services’ communication lines, social media accounts, and fan surveys.
• Perform related functions as assigned.
• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics.
• Always act ethically.
• Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program.
• Actively participate in assigned education and training programs.
• Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body, including state and federal laws.
• Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income.
• Report knowledge of, or reasonable cause to believe, violation(s) of state or federal laws, policies, rules, or regulations of the University, Conference, or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR.
• Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested to do so by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation.
• In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non-Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking. As a Non-Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy. An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor). For more information about employee responsibilities under Title IX, including information about confidential employee reporting exceptions, please visit the Title IX website at http://titleix.utexas.edu.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with others and follow instructions.
• Must be a University of Texas at Austin student, enrolled for at least 6 credit hours.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Salary Range

$9+ depending on qualifications/relevant experience

Working Conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Climbing of stairs
• Climbing of ladders
• Constant movement in inclement or extreme weather
• Some heavy lifting may be required
• May work around standard office conditions

Work Shift

Spring 2026 (Rehire eligible based on performance) Flexible; weekly hours vary. Work to be performed in-person, on campus. May work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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). 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.