Art and Art History-Work Study Student Worker

  • The University of Texas at Austin
  • UT MAIN CAMPUS
  • 9mo ago
  • Part-Time
  • On-site

Job Posting Title:

Art and Art History-Work Study Student Worker

----

Hiring Department:

Department of Art and Art History

----

Position Open To:

All Applicants

----

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

----

FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

----

Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

----

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

----

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

----

Job Details:

General Notes

Ideal Candidate:

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks efficiently, and contribute to the smooth functioning of the office. Familiarity with office equipment and standard administrative procedures is preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are key to success in this role.

Purpose

For academic year 2025-26 the Department of Art and Art History is looking for a work-study eligible, student worker, and the student employee is expected to provide support for Stefanie Donley. The department of Art and Art History is a Community of Makers, Scholars, and Educators in the Visual Arts.
The Work Study student will perform various administrative and clerical tasks to support our faculty and staff.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented student to support daily operations in our department office. This role involves a variety of administrative tasks and serves as the first point of contact for visitors, making professionalism and strong communication skills essential.
 

Responsibilities

  • Maintain files and records so they remain updated and easily accessible.

  • Scan files and upload them to UT Box.

  • Sort and distribute incoming mail.

  • Take calls and messages, helping or directing to the correct person.

  • Utilize office equipment such as photocopier/printer/scanner, computer, etc.

  • Monitor stocks of office supplies (copy paper, toner, paper clips, etc.) and report when there are shortages.

  • Help to maintain a clean and welcoming office suite.

  • Hang event posters; keep bulletin boards updated.

  • Run errands.

  • Perform other office duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Must be eligible for Work Study

  • Familiarity with office environments.

  • Customer service experience.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, and UT Box.

  • Communication skills.

  • Solid organizational and multi-tasking abilities.

  • Ability to work independently
     

Career Competencies Gained:

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

  • Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment

  • Act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others, and the organization
     

Salary Range

$11.00/hr

Working Conditions

  • This position is primarily sedentary and performed at a desk within an office environment. Occasional light physical activity is required, including lifting and carrying mail, packages, and reams of paper.
     

Schedule Work Shift:

  • 10-15 hours per week for shifts averaging 2-4 hours in length

  • Hours for this position will be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility to accommodate academic and other work commitments.

  • Position ends on May 15, 2026

Required Materials

  • Resume/CV

  • 2 work references with their contact information

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.

----

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:

----

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.