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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.
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.
Senior Specialist - Leadership Development Center
Provides administrative and operational support for Residence Life staff, student assistants, and student leaders. Responsibilities include meeting and budget documentation, hiring and onboarding processes, customer service, departmental reporting, key inventory, and support for Residence Life initiatives.
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.
Program Manager - Summer Operations & Recruitment
Coordinates student and graduate staff recruitment and onboarding while supporting University Student Housing summer operations, including camps, conferences, orientation, and summer school. Responsibilities also include recruitment administration, supervision of summer staff and interns, departmental systems and reporting, off-campus housing initiatives, and serving on the Residence Life Leadership On-Call Team.
Section Coordinator
Coordinates University Student Housing recruitment events, campus housing tours, the Showroom Success Program, and housing marketing and presentation materials. This position also supports departmental customer service and manages housing exemption and hold processes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
University Student Housing
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Address
Wiggins Complex, 3211 18th St., Box 41141, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
(806) 742-2661 | Fax: (806) 742-2696 -
Email
housing@ttu.edu





