Student Staff Positions

Join Our Student Staff Team!

Looking for a leadership opportunity that helps you grow, connect, and make a difference on campus? Housing & Residence Life offers dynamic student staff roles that build your skills, support your peers, and make UT Tyler feel like home.

Not sure which position is right for you?

No problem! Each of our student staff roles offers something unique—whether you're into building community, organizing behind the scenes, solving problems, or supporting summer events. Check out the descriptions below to see what each position involves and what you can gain from the experience!

Camp/Conference Assistant (CA)

Support summer guests and events on campus. CA's assist with check-ins, logistics, and hospitality for camps and conferences hosted in our residential communities.

• What you’ll do: Coordinate guest arrivals, prepare rooms, assist with event needs, and ensure a welcoming experience.
• What you’ll gain: Event coordination experience, customer service skills, and a fast-paced summer job.

• What terms do CA's work: Summer Only

Housing Office Assistant (HOA)

Keep our operations running smoothly. HOA's are the friendly faces both in front and behind the scenes, helping with administrative tasks, customer service, and housing processes.

• What you’ll do: Assist with front desk operations, answer questions, and support housing logistics.
• What you’ll gain: Professional experience, communication skills, and insight into campus operations.
• What terms HOA's work: Academic Year (Fall - Spring) and Summer Sessions

Maintenance Resident Assistant (MOA)

Bridge the gap between residents and facilities. MRA's help report and follow up on maintenance issues, ensuring our community and residential spaces stay safe and functional.

• What you'll do: Monitor facility concerns, communicate with maintenance teams, and educate residents on upkeep.
• What you'll gain: Problem-solving skills, teamwork experience, and a unique leadership role.
• When you'll work: Academic Year (Fall - Spring) and Summer Sessions

Resident Assistant (RA)

Be the heartbeat of your residential community. RA's foster connection, safety, and belonging through programming, peer support, and crisis response. You’ll gain leadership experience, conflict resolution skills, and lifelong friendships.

• What you’ll do: Build community, support residents, enforce policies, and collaborate with campus partners.
• What you'll gain: Transferable skills for any career, like leadership development, conflict management, and much more.
• What terms RA's work: Academic Year (Fall - Spring) and Summer Sessions

Ready to Apply?

Any position openings are posted through Handshake, a student employment/recruiting platform provided by the Office of Career Success.

Whether you're looking to lead, organize, or support—we have a role for you. Come work with us and make your mark on campus!