Graduate Assistant - UT Social Work

University of Texas at Austin

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant supports the Dean's Office at the UT School of Social Work by providing operational and administrative support for the daily functions of the Dean's Suite. The role serves as a welcoming first point of contact for guests and works closely with the Dean's Executive Assistant to support meetings, events, and special projects. A minimum one-year commitment is requested.

The position is based at UT's Main Campus in Austin, Texas, in standard office conditions. The schedule is 20 hours per week, with scheduled shifts during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position is expected to continue until May 15, 2027.

Requirements

• Be an enrolled graduate student at UT Austin.
• Have strong professional communication and customer service skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Have strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Be an enrolled graduate student in the School of Social Work at UT Austin.
• Have prior office, front desk, or event support experience.
• Have experience ordering catering and/or supplies.
• Have an interest in or experience working in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational support for the Dean's Office, including answering phones, printing and copying materials, and welcoming guests.
• Track deadlines and assist with workflow management.
• Order and maintain office supplies for the Suite.
• Support the coordination of activities and assist with special initiatives and projects as needed.
• Collaborate with the Dean's Executive Assistant to prepare meeting rooms and arrange catering.
• Assist with organizing office archives by digitizing paper documents.
• Assist with facilities operations as needed to process mail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.
• Student employees may be eligible for certain university benefits, depending on their student job title and applicable eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed