Details **Open Date** 08/12/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN16239N **Job Title** Program Assistant **Working Title** Campus Event’s Assistant **Job Grade** C **FLSA Code** Nonexempt **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student **Temporary?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 19 **Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Some Late nights and weekends required. **Is this a work study job?** No **VP Area** President **Department** 01699 - STUDENT LEADERSHIP & INVOLVE **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** $12.02 to $20.00 **Close Date** 11/12/2025 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** Student Engagement and Leadership ( SEL ) in a department within Student Affairs that helps students who are wanting to get involved on Campus. Whether that is through volunteer work, clubs, student governance, or fraternity and sorority life. This position will work directly with the SEL Events Manager by assisting with the creation, planning and implementation of various large-scale events to help grow connection, community, and a sense of “College Town Magic”. The Student Events Intern will contribute to the University of Utah’s vision of “College Town Magic” by thinking of new activities/themes for events, enhancing existing programs/events and developing new and innovative opportunities for students to engage on campus. This hands-on experience will help you learn invaluable event planning skills, creative thinking, problem solving techniques, and budget management. This position is ideal for individuals seeking experience in student activities who thrive in a fast-paced environment. **Responsibilities** Essential Functions 1. Assist with program planning, implementation, setup/cleanup of events. 2. Thinking of new event themes/activities and way to improve events 3. Assists in the creation and distribution of program materials, forms, and general correspondence. 4. Track and report on current trends to determine future program needs. 5. Work late night events. 6. Other duties as assigned Problem Solving Incumbents in this position are expected to be familiar with the department’s policies and procedures and have working knowledge of university and department organizations and procedures in order to answer and assist staff and visitors. Incumbents are also expected to demonstrate sensitivity to others’ needs while being understanding and helpful on the job. **Minimum Qualifications** Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Two years of related experience, ability to use logic and reasoning to prioritize tasks, expertise using MS Office software, and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Database experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Experience with event planning and marketing Experience working on a team and providing support. Ability to think creatively and stay up to date with trends. Respond calmly in stressful situations and adapt to changes. **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. 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