Job Posting Title:

Student Associate

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Hiring Department:

Department of Sociology

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

10

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Nov 13, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 14, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

IMPORTANT: Please indicate in a brief cover letter whether you plan to have another job(s) at UT. Please submit a resume with detailed work experience.

Career Competencies Gained:

·       Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand.

·       Make decisions and solve problems using sound, comprehensive reasoning and judgment.

·       Act impartially with integrity and accountability to self, others, and the organization.

·       Manipulate information, construct ideas, and use technology to achieve strategic goals.

Purpose

Assist the UT Austin Sociology Department with computer-based projects and administrative/clerical tasks. This student position provides opportunities for professional development, including on-the-job training in web content management and writing for department news and events.

Responsibilities

Assist with computer-based projects for the Sociology Department.

Perform general administrative and clerical support duties.

Support web content management activities and website updates as assigned.

Assist with writing and editing content for departmental news and events.

Maintain professional communication with faculty, staff, and stakeholders.

Complete assigned projects and tasks while meeting deadlines.

Required Qualifications

·       Student Enrollment Requirements:

·     Fall/Spring: 6 hours

·     Summer: 0 hours if enrolled in 6 hours the previous spring (3 hours if not)

·       Professional verbal and written communication skills.

·       Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

·       Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

·       Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

·       Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Experience performing administrative or clerical work.

·       Familiarity with web content management systems.

·       Experience creating or editing written content.

·       Ability to work effectively in both remote and in-person settings.

·       Interest in higher education, communications, or social science environments.

·       Availability for continued employment in subsequent academic years.

Compensation

·       $15/hour

Working Conditions

·       Work is in-office at the front desk of the Sociology Department

·       Standard office environment with computer-based work.

·       Approximately 10 hours per week, averaging about 2 hours per weekday.

·       Department office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

·       Specific work schedule is flexible and will be determined in consultation with the supervisor.

Required Materials

·       Resume with detailed work experience.

·       Brief cover letter indicating whether the applicant holds or plans to hold another position at UT Austin.

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

 

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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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.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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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.

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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.

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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.