Program Support Assistant Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job Posting Title:
Student Technician - Classroom & Program Operations Assistant
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Hiring Department:
Academic Affairs
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
29
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FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Jul 13, 2026
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
Purpose
The Student Technician - Classroom & Program Operations Assistant provides routine operational and logistical support for HDO evening and weekend classes. This position supports the instructional environment by ensuring classrooms are properly prepared, supplied, and maintained during scheduled class sessions. The role may also assist with limited, task-based program support projects as needed.
Responsibilities

• Prepare classroom spaces prior to scheduled class sessions
• Arrange furniture, instructional materials, and supplies according to program needs
• Set up, monitor, and replenish snacks, beverages, and other refreshments
• Coordinate receipt and setup of pre-ordered meals (e.g., Saturday lunches)
• Maintain inventory of classroom and breakroom supplies; notify staff when supplies need replenishment
• Assist with general classroom breakdown, cleanup, and reset after class sessions
• Monitor classroom conditions during class hours and report facility or supply issues to designated HDO staff
• Follow all university policies, safety guidelines, and departmental procedures
• Assist with short-term, task-based projects related to program or classroom operations
• Perform other duties consistent with the Student Technician classification

Required Qualifications

• Current student at UT Austin enrolled in at least 6 hours in the fall/spring, and good standing (not on academic probation, continued probation or academic dismissal).
• Availability for evenings and weekends (Friday evening & Saturday every other week)
• Dependability, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Ability to work across multiple semesters

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in learning about and supporting HDO master's program
• Graduate level classification

Salary Range
$20.00/hour
Working Conditions

• Work to be performed in typical office environment

Work Shift

• Must be available to work every other weekend as follows:

- Fridays (bi-weekly): approximately 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Saturdays (bi-weekly):
- Summer: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Fall: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Spring: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
During downtime when no immediate duties are required, the technician remains on-site and available but may engage in quiet independent activities such as studying or reading.
Required Materials

• Resume
• Letter outlining interest and fit for position

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.
Employment Eligibility:
Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_non-acad_employment.html#cond_SNAEmp
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.
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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.