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Job Posting Title:
Content Management Automation Student Technician (open to work-study and non-work-study)
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Hiring Department:
UT Libraries
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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:
Jun 15, 2026
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
The University of Texas Libraries advances teaching, catalyzes research, and democratizes learning in order to develop critical thinkers and global citizens. As an essential campus partner in building a rich research and learning ecosystem, we are committed to creating and sustaining a community that welcomes and respects all individuals, celebrates different perspectives and experiences, and fosters belonging. To learn more about UT Libraries, please visit our website: https://www.lib.utexas.edu/
Purpose
This is a hands-on, experimental role for a forward-thinking student interested in automation, AI, and modern content management workflows. The Student Assistant will help design, test, and support automated workflows across acquisitions, cataloging, serials, and physical processing, combining technical scripting with real-world library operations. If you enjoy vibe coding, experimenting with automation, and turning manual processes into scalable systems, this role is for you.
Responsibilities

• Scan books, CDs, LPs, and other information materials using OCR-enabled scanners
• Support physical processing tasks (handling, labeling, barcoding, call number application) as part of automated workflows
• Assist with AI-assisted metadata creation, validation, and cleanup
• Write and maintain simple scripts to automate content management workflows
• Support API integrations and batch data processing across library systems
• Use GitHub to collaborate on scripts, track changes, and document workflows
• Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy of scans, metadata, and system updates
• Help document and improve workflows across acquisitions, cataloging, serials, and physical processing

Required Qualifications

• UT Austin student enrolled in minimum of 6 credits for spring 2026 semester in Information Science/Studies, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Comfortable writing basic scripts (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar)
  Familiarity with GitHub (cloning repos, committing changes, basic collaboration)
• Comfort experimenting, iterating, and learning through hands-on problem solving
• Ability to handle physical library materials carefully and consistently

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with OCR tools or high-volume scanning workflows
• Familiarity with APIs, data formats (CSV, JSON, XML), or interest in system integration
• Interest in AI, automation, digital libraries, or content management systems
• Exposure to library workflows (acquisitions, cataloging, serials, or processing)
• Familiarity with Cloud services/Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Have sound Information Security mindset

We want to emphasize that although experience in certain areas is desirable, candidates who meet the required qualifications and demonstrate excellent promise are encouraged to apply and will be given serious consideration.
Salary Range
$15/hour
Working Conditions

• Regular indoor working conditions.

Work Shift

• As arranged with supervisor, between hours of 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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.