TOS Student Assistant

University of Texas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a TOS Student Assistant on the UT Main Campus. The role involves welcoming students and visitors, providing information, and supporting the Texas One Stop team with daily tasks and events. Scheduling includes 19 hours per week with a flexible shift pattern.

Eligible students must be half-time or more and meet SAP requirements; lifting up to 15 pounds is required. The position is non-exempt and starts Aug 16, 2026, through Dec 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student with eligibility to work while pursuing studies.
• Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.
• Ability to handle light physical tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first-level contact for students and campus partners.
• Greet visitors at the Welcome desk in a professional manner.
• Provide information, answer questions, and guide to departments.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and daily office tasks.
• Support Texas One Stop social media efforts and events.

Skills

Lift up to 15 pounds

Availability during business hours

Education

Enrolled at least half-time

Meeting SAP requirements

Job description

Job Posting Title: TOS Student Assistant

Hiring Department: Texas One Stop

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 19

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Aug 16, 2026

Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes: Texas One Stop represents a significant collaboration among every unit across the Office of Enrollment Management, Student Accounts Receivables, and Bursar Services. The staff is cross trained in the areas of registration and records, student accounts, and financial aid.

Purpose: Texas One Stop Student Assistants are vital to the student-centered student services at UT Austin and will work to support the Texas One Stop team through collaboration. Student assistants will contribute their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure our student support services are meeting students’ needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first-level contact for students, parents, and campus partners.
• Greet visitors at the Welcome desk in a friendly, professional, and welcoming manor.
• Provide general information, answer common questions, and guide visitors to the correct department or staff member.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Complete daily tasks to ensure the office operates efficiently.
• Occasionally assist with and attend Tabling and Outreach events.
• Contribute ideas and support to TOS social media efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled at least half-time
• Meeting SAP requirements
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• Availability during business hours (Monday – Friday 8AM to 5PM)
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Driving Required
• No Salary Range
• $12.00/hourly

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Work Shift

Scheduled work hours may vary, including nights and/or weekends.

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.

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

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.

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