Tech Desk Assistant, Tarlton Law Library

Job Posting Title:

Tech Desk Assistant, Tarlton Law Library

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Hiring Department:

School of Law

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

15

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas School of Law strives to create and promote an environment that values kindness and mutual respect and a culture that provides a deep sense of belonging for each member of our community. 

The Tarlton Law Library at the University of Texas School of Law is recognized worldwide for its innovative programs and services and for its distinguished resource collections. Tarlton occupies a spacious and comfortable facility that features the outstanding Hyder Art Collection. More information about Tarlton can be found at https://tarlton.law.utexas.edu/. 

The Tarlton Law Library is seeking three motivated students to assist as Tech Desk Assistants.

Purpose

The Tech Desk Assistant provides customer-oriented computer assistance for word processing, internet, printing, and multimedia applications. The Tech Desk Assistant also provides support for the library’s Circulation Desk.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in person, over the phone, or by chat at the library’s Tech Desk.

• Maintain and report issues with lab computers.

• Troubleshoot wireless restricted access to laptops and mobile devices.

• Maintain printers located throughout the law library.

• Troubleshoot exam testing software during exam periods.

• Maintain a clean work environment in the lab and staff area.

• Provide support for the library’ s Circulation Desk.  Assist patrons in finding and accessing materials in the library and use the online library system to check in and out materials.

• Communicate library policies and procedures.

• Conduct regular library floor rounds to identify and document issues with the library facilities (e.g., burned out lights or restroom issues).

• Participate in other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin as an undergraduate or graduate student.

• Meet minimum eligibility requirements for student employment.

• Authorized to work in the United States.

• Ability to work the entire 25-26 academic year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a library

• Familiarity with Library of Congress call-number system

• Work study award verification

Salary Range

$17 per hour (undergraduate classification) 

$19 per hour (Master’s classification)
$21 per hour (PhD classification)

Working Conditions

• Onsite work at the library is the normal expectation.

• Typical office conditions.

• Repetitive use of a keyboard, use of manual dexterity.

• Lift and move standard office files and supplies.

• Wear appropriate office attire.

• Accept supervision.

Work Schedule

• Position begins around August 18, 2025 and ends around May 15, 2026.

• Work may be scheduled flexibly during core business hours of Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and weekend afternoons between 12pm and 4pm.

• The expectation is an average of 10-15 hours a week.

• Some weekend shifts are expected.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

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.)