Student Engagement & Communications Assistant

Job Posting Title:

Student Engagement & Communications Assistant

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Hiring Department:

University Development Office

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Sep 05, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

We're seeking a creative and connected student to help us engage the student body in university-wide events. This role is ideal for someone who understands student life and culture at UT, has a strong grasp of digital/social communication trends, and wants to help shape how students hear about and experience campus events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive student communication and engagement plan in collaboration with UEE communications team.

• Act as a student voice, liaison and advisor to ensure event messaging, visuals, and outreach methods resonate with the student population.

• Monitor and report on student communication trends, tools, and platforms (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, Reddit, GroupMe, Discord, etc.).

• Propose and implement creative strategies to boost student awareness and participation in University events and experiences.

• Assist in managing student-facing digital channels, including content creation for social media, email newsletters, SMS text messages and event platforms.

• Collect and share qualitative and quantitative student feedback on events and communications to inform future strategies.

• Work cross-functionally with campus partners (e.g., Student Affairs, student organizations, Housing, etc.) to promote events through peer networks.

• Attend and support select campus events to capture student experiences for marketing purposes (photo, video, live posts, etc.).

• Track analytics and engagement performance for student-focused communications.

• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and marketing campaign development for signature events and initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at UT Austin.

• Deep knowledge of UT Austin campus culture, student life and current student interests.

• Strong communication and editing skills (written, visual, and/or social).

• Experience managing or creating for social media channels preferred.

• Self-starter with strong organizational skills.

• Passionate about building campus community through events, immersive experiences and storytelling.

Salary Range

$15.00/hour (depending on qualifications/relevant experience)

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• Link to portfolio or graphic design work

• Letter of interest

• 3 professional or academic references upon request

Working Conditions

• Use of manual dexterity.

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Standard office conditions.

Work Shift

• Spring 2025 semester

• 10-12 hours per week

• Weekly hours are flexible and can be scheduled around classes, but must fall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Work will be performed on campus in a professional office environment.

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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.