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Your Next Opportunity Awaits!

University Student Housing is here to serve our students and our team. We look for professionals with a passion for excellence who believe in the power of teamwork, civility, and leadership. Together, we maintain over two million square feet and serve a community of over 8,000 students within our Residence Halls. As one of the largest employers on campus, our department offers the stability, success, and values you can be proud to represent as a professional and a Red Raider. Whether you are a student, an experienced professional, or just starting your career, University Student Housing offers an array of opportunities that are right for you!

Learn more about University Student Housing, employee benefits, and living in Lubbock by exploring the options below.

 

Currently Accepting Applications

The following positions are actively recruiting and accepting applications. Join our team today and become part of the University Student Housing family! Click on any position below to learn more and apply.

Full-Time Staff Positions Openings

Custodian - Residence Hall Housekeeping

Performs custodial duties involving the cleaning and care of residence hall buildings and common spaces.

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Custodian - Night Shift

Performs night-shift custodial work involving the cleaning and care of University Student Housing buildings. Responsibilities include following departmental cleaning and safety procedures, completing emergency and seasonal cleanup, caring for equipment and chemicals, and reporting needed repairs or property damage.

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Program Manager - Student Leadership

Leads student engagement and leadership initiatives within Residence Life, including advising the Residence Halls Association, coordinating the Howdy Techsans program, supporting student organization events and conferences, overseeing administrative functions, and serving on the Residence Life Leadership On-Call Team.

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Senior Managing Director

Provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for University Student Housing. Responsibilities include leading housing operations and organizational development, overseeing financial and resource management, supporting facilities planning and major housing initiatives, strengthening the residential student experience, building campus and external partnerships, and providing leadership for approximately 200 full-time employees and 200–250 student employees.

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Tradesperson - Building Maintenance

Performs journeyperson-level building maintenance and repair for University Student Housing facilities. Responsibilities include carpentry, electrical and plumbing maintenance, completing work orders, supporting summer building restoration and projects, and conducting routine building inspections to identify maintenance and repair needs.

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Tradesperson - Residence Hall HVAC Systems

Performs journeyperson-level maintenance and repair of residence hall HVAC systems and related components. Responsibilities include inspecting heating, ventilation, and exhaust systems; completing preventive maintenance; replacing motors; and repairing equipment such as actuators, thermostats, and transformers.

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Student Positions

Student Assistant - Ambassador (Fall 2026 & Spring 2027)

University Student Housing Ambassadors support the Welcome Center by greeting guests, answering housing questions in person, by phone, and through email, and assisting prospective students and families. Ambassadors also provide personalized residence hall tours, help with administrative tasks such as scanning documents and sorting mail, and provide positive customer service to guests throughout the housing recruitment process.

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Student Assistant - 2026-2027

Student Assistants support University Student Housing through a variety of customer service, administrative, and operational responsibilities. Assignments vary by department and may include assisting residents and campus guests, supporting departmental projects, and contributing to the daily operations that help create a positive residential experience for the Texas Tech community.

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Community Advisor – 2027-2028

Community Advisor staff work within the residence halls and are responsible for creating a community environment focused on student learning, student success, and resident engagement. To accomplish this, Community Advisors serve as educators, advisors, mentors, and program facilitators who build meaningful connections within their communities. Responsibilities include planning educational and social programs, mediating conflicts, promoting campus resources and events, responding to student concerns and emergencies during on-call shifts, maintaining administrative responsibilities such as reports and departmental systems, and collaborating with campus partners to support University Student Housing initiatives. This position requires a substantial time commitment and the ability to remain available and accessible to residents. Community Advisors receive compensation in the form of housing, a meal plan, and a monthly stipend.

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Contact for More Information

Please contact auxiliaryservices.personnel@ttu.edu for more information about application status, requirements, and how to apply. Our team is happy to answer your questions and guide you through the process.