Temporary Worker - ACUHO-I Intern

Lubbock

40743BR

University Student Housing

Position Description

ACUHO-I Interns at Texas Tech University work with University Student Housing professional staff to assist in achieving our mission and goals. Texas Tech University strives to host numerous interns, creating a cohort model in which interns not only learn about Texas Tech, but also learn from each other about home institutions from around the country. Through regular meetings and projects, interns will be exposed to experiences in various facets of housing and the greater institution. These experiences may include exposure to Residence Life; Facilities (including facilities and housekeeping operations); Administration & Business Services (including the Welcome Center, Marketing & IT); formal and informal meetings with leaders from The Division of Administration and Finance; The Division of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs; University Student Housing; Red Raider Orientation; and Summer Conferences. As a staff member, ACUHO-I interns will assist in various projects in their assigned areas of the department. Projects may vary based on intern interest and departmental need. Specific goals will be established between each individual intern and their supervisor.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

University Student Housing at Texas Tech University is an innovative department committed to serving residents through customer service and the creation of environments that support the intellectual and emotional growth of our students. We collaborate with students, faculty and staff to foster a seamless learning experience that promotes Civility, Achievement, Engagement, Character and Independence to develop responsible, caring, and confident life-long learners and citizens.

Major/Essential Functions

Intern Responsibilities:

Interns will assist with various projects specific to their assigned area of the department. These projects may include:

• Development of potential procedure improvement steps
• Assisting with room assignments, tours, etc.
• Assisting with tabling and student recruitment during Red Raider Orientation
• Assisting with camp and conference check-ins and check-outs
• Facilitating client meetings
• Cross-training and working with housekeeping for building turnovers
• Serving in an on-call rotation
• Coordinating final details for camps and conferences with clients
• Providing direct or indirect supervision of student paraprofessionals
• Attend departmental staff meetings
• Serve on departmental committees, task forces, or assist with collateral assignments to create and implement intentional experiences that support the department and university mission (assigned by supervisory personnel).

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree. Applicants in a Higher Education or related graduate program with an expressed interest in Housing/Residence Life will be given first consideration.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Other

Schedule Details

Schedule varies depending on internship type.

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Seasonal and Temporary

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.