Student Operations Assistant - School of Data Science (Student Wage)

University of Virginia Physicians Group; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia School of Data Science is hiring a Student Operations Assistant to support daily building operations, events, and basic IT/AV tasks. You’ll join a team that keeps the building running smoothly, from restocking kitchens to assisting with event setup and tech inventory.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a professional environment. This is a part-time, hourly role with UVA work-study eligibility.

Qualifications

• Current UVA student in good academic standing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Basic tech comfort preferred (especially IT/operations support).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Daily Operations: front desk presence, direct visitors, restock supplies, manage mail/packages, monitor cleanliness and inventory.
• Weekly & as-needed tasks: conduct inventory checks, compile a purchase list, prep conference rooms and shared spaces.
• Event & Tech Support: assist with event setup/takedown and AV/equipment coordination.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Friendly and dependable

Tech comfort

Physical ability

Education

Current UVA student in good standing

Job description

***Federal work-study students only*** Student Operations Assistant – School of Data Science Position Overview: The School of Data Science is hiring motivated and reliable student workers to support daily building operations, events, and basic IT/AV needs. This role is ideal for students who are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a professional setting. You’ll be part of a team that helps keep the building running smoothly—from restocking kitchens and supplies to assisting with event setup and tech inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Operations: Serve as a friendly, professional presence at the front desk and provide directions or information to visitors. Restock kitchen and bathroom supplies, wipe down surfaces, and report when inventory needs to be reordered. Monitor classroom and shared spaces for cleanliness and supply levels (e.g., whiteboard markers, paper towels). Accept, sort, and deliver mail and packages; assist with putting away inventory deliveries. Maintain a daily parking log for reserved and visitor spots.
• Weekly & As-Needed Tasks: Perform weekly inventory checks across supply rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and satellite buildings; compile a purchase list. Clean conference rooms and shared fridges; ensure tackboards and wellness rooms meet posted standards. Assist with routine building support projects and respond to task requests from administrative staff.
• Event & Tech Support: Provide set-up and take-down support for internal events. Assist with AV setup, equipment inventory, and occasional IT projects (e.g., software upgrades, equipment surplus coordination).

Qualifications

• Current UVA student in good academic standing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Basic tech comfort preferred (especially for those interested in IT or operations support).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs on occasion.

Compensation: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Position Type: Part-Time | Hourly (~10 hours per week)

Location: University of Virginia – School of Data Science

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Resume and cover letter required.

Education: Current UVA student. Federal work-study eligible.

Experience: None

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs on occasion.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.

In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.