Student Associate

Student Associate

The College of Natural Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. We are committed to being a community that celebrates the dignity of every individual, honors differences and lets each person know that they belong. What starts here really does change the world. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit utexas .edu

Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose

The CNS Dean's Office is seeking a detail-oriented, organized and hard-working part-time student associate to provide an enhanced customer service experience to a population of stakeholders of the College of Natural Sciences. This position is ideal for a student seeking practical hands-on customer service experience in a professional, team-oriented environment.

To advance our core mission of fostering wellness, belonging, and success for all students.

Responsibilities

This position assists with on-site front desk management including student appointment check-ins and multi-line phone communication most of the time. Virtual office hours, projects to support staff, long-term organizational projects, general office maintenance, and other duties as assigned make up the other.

Required Qualifications

The position requires 10-19 hours/week during standard office hours and a set, weekly schedule.

This position is open to CNS students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3, GPA must be maintained throughout employment.

This appointment is for Spring and Summer semester 2026 with the potential to renew in the following Fall Semester.

Ideally the candidate will continue work through semesters

Preferred Qualifications

Some experience in administrative or office work.

Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Proper telephone etiquette are preferred but not required.

Salary Range

$10.50 per hour

Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 30lbs.

Work Shift

10 - 19 Hours between M-F, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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.

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