Peer Mentor, Student Support & Communications WS

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

Job summary

The University of Utah Financial Wellness Center seeks a compassionate Peer Mentor to support student success and well-being on campus in Salt Lake City. You will assist with communications, outreach, and navigation of campus resources for students in a flexible, part-time, work-study role.

Mandatory paid training is required, with a mix of summer online sessions and in-person dates; schedule is Monday–Friday with weekend/after-hour options as needed to fit student academics.

Qualifications

• Have completed at least one year at the University of Utah by the time position begins
• Must be in good standing with the University of Utah, both academically and in conduct
• Must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Shows commitment to campus and community through involvement
• Must be awarded Federal Work Study

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support for the Financial Wellness Center, across emails and communications and campus inquiries
• Offer student support through resource navigation across the Financial Wellness Center and on campus
• Create a welcoming environment on campus by participating in outreach, engagement, and promotion initiatives that highlight financial wellness and student connection

Job description

Details

Open Date 10/13/2026

Requisition Number PRN17532N

Job Title UU Student - Mentor

Working Title Peer Mentor, Student Support & Communications WS

Career Progression Track SJ

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday: flexible schedule to meet student academic needs. Some weekends and after hour work may be optional.

Is this a work study job? Yes

VP Area President

Department 01603 - Financial Wellness

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Close Date 12/01/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 11/30/2026

About Us

The Financial Wellness Center ( FWC ) at the University of Utah is a nationally recognized and state-wide model of excellence in student financial wellness. As a comprehensive center, we provide individualized financial counseling, impactful education, engaging outreach, and dynamic programming that supports students in all areas of their financial well-being. We proudly provide a range of services– from financial, credit, & student loan counseling to tax clinics and student leadership opportunities– all through a holistic lens of health and wellness. Our work is grounded in a student-centered approach that acknowledges the unique experiences of our campus community. We aim to create a welcoming and engaging environment where all students can thrive.

Our Mission

The mission of the Financial Wellness Center is to support student well-being and success by providing individualized financial counseling, education, programming, research, and advocacy to guide students in their lifelong financial wellness journey.

About the Position

The Financial Wellness Center ( FWC ) is seeking a compassionate, student-centered Peer Mentor to join our nationally recognized and dynamic team. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to directly support student success and well-being.

Mandatory Training (Paid): 25 hours of online, self-paced summer training to complete between June 15th and before the Fall Training date (August 12th). Mandatory training held on August 12-14th. Times TBD .

Peer Mentors may be hired into different tracks, and their responsibilities will vary based on the assigned track, as outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support for the Financial Wellness Center, across emails and communications and campus inquiries.

• Offer student support through resource navigation across the Financial Wellness Center and on campus.

• Create a welcoming environment on campus by participating in outreach, engagement, and promotion initiatives that highlight financial wellness and student connection.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have completed at least one year at the University of Utah by the time position begins

• Must be in good standing with the University of Utah, both academically and in conduct

• Must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA

• Shows commitment to campus and community through involvement

• Must be awarded Federal Work Study

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 [phone] 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 [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] 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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
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