Graduate Assistant - UT Social Work_Office of Professional Development

Graduate Assistant - UT Social  of Professional Development

Hiring Department:
School of Social Work

Position Open To:
All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

20

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Purpose:

Support the Office of Professional Development by maintaining research and evaluation surveys and databases, collecting and organizing data, and conducting statistical analyses. Assist with reporting, administrative tasks, and special projects while contributing to the overall success of the office's programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and supporting School of Social Work events and programs.
• Provide event support, including room setup, materials preparation, guest assistance, and on-site logistics.
• Maintain event records, databases, and administrative documentation.
• Prepare and distribute event materials, communications, and promotional content.
• Support office operations, special projects, and general administrative tasks as assigned.
• Organize office and event supplies and assist with record-keeping and file management.
• Collaborate with staff and campus partners to support successful events and daily operations.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and work primarily in-office, with occasional off-site event support.

A minimum 1-year commitment is requested.

Required Qualifications:

• Enrolled graduate student at UT Austin
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Strong professional communication, administrative and customer service skills
• Experience with providing event and workshop support
• Proficient Microsoft Word, Excel, SPSS, etc.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled graduate student at UT Social Work at UT Austin
• Familiarity with online database management
• Experience with ordering catering and/or supplies for department

Salary Range: $21.93 hourly / 20 hours per week

Working Conditions:

• This position is located in Austin, TX
• Availability Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM
• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.

Required Materials:

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