Clerical/Events Support Specialist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Clerical/Events Support Specialist to assist with event setup and teardown, AV room prep, and on-site support. The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and flexible scheduling for campus events, including evenings and weekends.

The position is part-time with a variable schedule and pay range listed. It supports College of Law events and related activities in a campus environment.

Qualifications

• One year customer service or related experience; equivalent education acceptable.
• Demonstrated communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Applicants must be able to perform essential functions as described.

Responsibilities

• Set up and strike event furniture and equipment for each event.
• Prepare rooms with audio-visual equipment and ensure security of gear.
• Assist during events at the Events Office or service desks.
• Answer phones, reply to emails, and perform data entry.
• Provide strong customer service and support faculty and student needs.
• Work independently or in teams, applying judgment and initiative.
• Resolve conflicts through dialogue and timely communication.
• Maintain orderly storage areas and inspect equipment.
• Schedule flexibility to accommodate event hours.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Data entry

Basic computer skills

Education

One year customer service experience or education equivalency

Job description

Clerical/Events Support Specialist

Job Summary

The Special Events Support position works in a fast-pacedenvironment that is a combination of venue set and strike, eventtechnologist, and assisting with event program needs. Team membersare responsible for working with the Event Coordinators to completedetailed event furniture set and strike; equipment set and strike;monitoring during events; and other duties as needed. The right candidate needs to be able to work quickly andaccurately, have fun, and at the same time know when it is time toget down to "business". Be professional, adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Performs a variety of tasks. Works independently, as well as ina group, exercising judgment and initiative under generalsupervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude isexpected.
2. 2. Prepares the venue for events which includes set and strike ofevent equipment. Event equipment may include though is not limitedto tables, chairs, linens, signage, and stanchions. Inspect allequipment for proper functioning before set and maintain orderlyappearance in all storage areas.
3. 3. May prepare rooms with audio-visual equipment for specificevents and then ensure the security of equipment.
4. 4. Exercise care in the set/strike of all venue and audio-visualequipment.
5. 5. As needed, may assist in the Events Office or Service on SiteDesks, and participate during events.
6. 6. May perform clerical tasks such as answering phones, respond toemails, and data entry. May use department-specific computersoftware.
7. 7. Demonstrate strong customer service skills and possess apositive attitude, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, andhave a desire to support faculty and student success.
8. 8. Works to resolve any conflicts and differences through dialogueand open communication in a timely manner. Sees every difference asan opportunity for growth and change.
9. 9. This part-time position has some schedule flexibility to be ableto work with the College of Law's day-to-day availability.

Minimum Qualifications

One year customer service or related experience or equivalency (oneyear of education can be substituted for two years of related workexperience); demonstrated human relations and effectivecommunications skills; and basic computer skills required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the positiondescription.

Preferences

A lifelong learner with a highly positive attitude who collaborateswell with others. Has a teamwork approach to accomplishing workresponsibilities and goals. Embraces a spirit of continuousimprovement. Ability to work quickly and accurately. Familiarity ofevent services, planning, or building operations.

Special Instructions

Variable work schedule Monday - Sunday. This is not an 8:00-5:00pm job and very often requires irregular hours depending on eachevent's needs.

Requisition Number: PRN17421N

Full Time or Part Time?: Part Time

Work Schedule Summary: Variable work schedule Monday - Sunday. This is not an 8:00-5:00pm job and very often requiresirregular hours depending on each event's needs.

Department: 00096 - College of Law - Dean

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $13.00 - $15.00

Close Date: 11/30/2026