Job Posting Title:
Student Bilingual Field Data Collector (Open to work study and non-work study)----
Hiring Department:
College of Fine Arts----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
10----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
For the summer, the College of Fine Arts is looking for detail-oriented bilingual undergraduate student employees to provide support to the Office for Community Engagement and Public Practice.
We are filling 6 student positions.
This position is a month-long assignment and will not exceed a total of 40 hours during the assignment period.
This position offers an opportunity to develop skills in data stewardship within a public art research angle.
The primary role of the Office for Community Engagement and Public Practice is to partner with community and arts organizations in Austin to assist the different members of our CoFA community in intentional and coordinated engagement with local and state-wide partners.
Responsibilities:
The Student Bilingual Field Data Collector will:
Assist our office’s project by interacting with the public to record survey data, advancing the documentation of public opinion on archived public art, all while adhering to policies and procedures given at the initial required training.
Provide essential support by assisting with a variety of surveying tasks, contributing to the smooth operation of public opinion on public art.
Must be a University of Texas at Austin Undergraduate student, enrolled for at least 6 credit hours the previous spring.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Participate in a mandatory training session which includes tips on engaging with the public, acceptable recording and use of data, and additional logistical tasks related to data collecting.
Bilingual: English and Spanish.
Willing to travel to public art sites within the city. (A personal vehicle is not required for this position. All travel related to job duties is coordinated by the department, including transportation to off‑site locations when needed.).
Background in (public) art.
Research background in Latinx populations.
Ability to work in a team and provide the most accurate data.
Strong Organization skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and manage quotas.
$15.00/hour.
Work performed outdoors and indoors at collection locations.
Repetitive public engagement.
Use of portable recording device.
Ability to lift 20 lbs.
Applicant must be prepared to walk for an extended period of time.
Working hours can be flexible throughout the week.
Must be available to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
8-10 hours a week.
This position is a month-long assignment and will not exceed a total of 40 hours during the assignment period.
Position ends on 07/05/2026.
Resume/CV
2 Work References with Contact Information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
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.
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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.----
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.
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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:
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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.