Details **Open Date** 09/24/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN16413N **Job Title** UU Student - Labor **Working Title** Campus Events Assistant **Career Progression Track** SJ **Track Level** **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** 12/24/2025 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** This is an entry level student position and a great opportunity for a student looking to get experience in event planning. Must be enrolled at the University of Utah to apply. This position will work directly with the Student Engagement and Leadership ( SLE ) Events Manager by assisting with the creation, planning and implementation of various large-scale student events to help grow connection, community, and a sense of “College Town Magic”. The Student Events Assistant role will contribute to the University of Utah’s vision of “College Town Magic” by thinking of new activities/themes for student events, enhancing existing programs/events and developing new and innovative opportunities for students to University of Utah. This hands-on experience will help the right candidate learn invaluable event planning skills, creative thinking, problem solving techniques, and budget management. This position is ideal for students seeking experience in planning events and who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Examples of student events that this position will be involved in the planning of include but are not limited to: U-Night (late night campus parties), Red Shred (ski/snowboard night), Campus Ski Rail Jam, Football Watch Parties, Neon Night, Movie Nights, and more! **Responsibilities** 1. Assist with program planning, implementation, setup/cleanup of events. 2. Brainstorming new event themes/activities and way to improve events 3. Assists in the creation and distribution of marketing materials, forms, and general correspondence. 4. Track and report on current trends to determine future program needs and gaps in programming. 5. Work late night events. 6. Other duties as assigned 7. Problem Solving **Minimum Qualifications** Must be enrolled at the University of Utah to apply. **Preferences** + Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. + Entry level position + 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. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. 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