Student Associate Work-Study

University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin's Department of Philosophy is seeking a Student Associate Work-Study to provide front-desk support, greet visitors, answer the main phone line, and assist staff and students with routine tasks on UT's main campus.

The position requires enrollment as a student, strong verbal and written communication, and reliability. Work is 15 hours per week, non-exempt from FLSA, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2026 and a duration through May 15, 2027.

Qualifications

• Professional demeanor and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Student enrollment required.

Responsibilities

• Front desk coverage, greeting visitors and answering the main phone line.
• Retrieve and distribute mail, assist with copying and scanning.
• Assist with tracking office supply needs and restocking as needed
• Assist with department events
• Assist with various administrative tasks

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professional demeanor

Education

Enrollment as a student

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Student Associate Work-Study

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Hiring Department:

Department of Philosophy

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

15

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Aug 16, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

This position will support staff, faculty, and students in the Department of Philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Front desk coverage, including greeting visitors and answering the main phone line.
• Retrieve and distribute mail, assist with copying and scanning.
• Assist with tracking office supply needs and restocking as needed
• Assist with department events
• Assist with various administrative tasks

Required Qualifications

Professional demeanor and strong verbal and written communication skills. Student enrollment required.

Salary Range

$15/hour

Working Conditions

• typical office environment

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Work-study award letter
• 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.

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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]

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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.