Student Arts Ambassador (Work Study and Non-Work Study)

Job Posting Title: Student Arts Ambassador (Work Study and Non-Work Study) ---- Hiring Department: Texas Performing Arts ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 10 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Aug 03, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes This is a part time student position at Texas Performing Arts. Both work study and non-work study students are encouraged to apply. Position is available to continue throughout student tenure. Why Work for Texas Performing Arts? Real world experience working in a non-profit arts presenter. Opportunities for advancement, wage increases, and growth in responsibilities. Professional development opportunities and support. About Texas Performing Arts Texas Performing Arts (TPA) is the professional arts presenting and producing program of The University of Texas at Austin. One of the largest and most active university-based performing arts centers in the U.S., TPA is an anchor institution in Austins arts, cultural, and entertainment landscape. TPA operates venues on the UT campus including Austins largest theater, Bass Concert Hall. Its public programs include Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, music and more; and the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists. TPA is part of UTs College of Fine Arts and engages students across the university in creative experiences. Purpose As a university-based performing arts organization, we are committed to sharing incredible live performances with UT students. And we think the best way to reach students is through studentsthats why we need you! As a TPA Student AmBASSador, youll help spread the word on campus about Texas Performing Arts. Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate in monthly AmBASSador team meetings Tabling on campus for TPA twice a month Hanging posters and flyers for TPA events on campus Working at the Hook em Arts Student Lounge for a pre-performance reception at least twice a month Helping with TPA Education and Engagement activities, such as school day performances and community workshops Attending and coordinating monthly Hook em Arts general meetings Attending and coordinating UT student social events Leading tours of Bass Concert Hall Working a regular weekly desk shift at Bass Concert Hall REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Availability to work scheduled shifts, both during normal hours and on nights and weekends Excellent communication skills Accuracy in spelling, grammar, and punctuation Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision Strong independent and collaborative work ethic Responsible, dependable, and punctual behaviors Proven ability to think quickly on ones feet to solve challenges as they arise PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ability to lift 25 pounds regularly An interest in the performing arts An interest in marketing, volunteer coordination, and/or customer service Driving Required No Salary Range $13.00/hour Working Conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Prolonged screen time Significant in person, over the phone, and written communication with members of the public Physically able to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds Works independently and unsupervised on a regular basis Work collaboratively as member of a team with people of varied backgrounds Work Shift Standard 8am 5pm office hours Some night and weekend work available in relation to performances and events Schedule is variable and based on performance schedule Required Materials Resume/CV Cover letter/Letter of Interest Fall semester availability Copy of work study award, if applicable 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 make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation. ---- 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 contractors 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. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The universitys 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] ---- 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. 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