Summit Climbing Specialist - Work Study Eligible

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah invites applications for a part-time UU Student - Instruction position to supervise the climbing wall and provide a safe, inclusive environment for users. The role requires good teaching and communication skills, and experience with belay systems or climbing gym work is preferred.

Responsibilities include opening/closing daily, inspecting equipment, maintaining routes, ensuring waivers are filed, and teaching clinics.

Qualifications

• Current University of Utah student.
• Excellent people and communication skills.
• Identifies as an outdoor enthusiast.
• CPR certification or the ability to complete via in house within one month.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the climbing wall daily during posted hours.
• Inspect and maintain equipment prior to and after use.
• Provide a clean and organized climbing area.
• Ensure all waivers are completed and filed.
• Monitor use of wall and ensure climbers adhere to policies and safety guidelines.
• Evaluate and monitor safe belaying abilities.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Promotes safe climbing and bouldering techniques.
• Instruct belay, lead climbing, and movement clinics.
• Create, set, and maintain routes.
• Maintenance inspection and documentation of climbing equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent people and communication

CPR certification or in-house within 1

Current University of Utah student

Outdoor enthusiast

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Announcement

Details

Open Date

Open Date 08/24/2026

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN17396N

Job Title

Job Title UU Student - Instruction

Working Title

Career Progression Track SJ

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type

Temporary?

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 4

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area

VP Area President

Department

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 13.50

Close Date

Close Date 11/24/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all users of the climbing wall. Climbing Specialists must display a strong work ethic, be dependable, motivated and have the ability to work independently. Possess good teaching and communication skills. Has the ability and skills to work with participants of all ages and abilities. Experience with belay systems or previous climbing gym experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the climbing wall daily during posted hours
• Inspect and maintain equipment prior to and after use
• Provide a clean and organized climbing area
• Ensure all waivers are completed and filed
• Monitor use of wall, ensure that climber adhere to all policies, procedures and safety guidelines
• Evaluate and monitor safe belaying abilities
• Respond to emergency situations
• Promotes safe climbing and bouldering techniques
• Instructs belay clinics, lead climbing clinics, climbing movement clinics and other climbing related clinics
• Creates, set, and maintain routes
• Maintenance inspection and documentation of climbing equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Current University of Utah student
• Excellent people and communication skills
• Identifies as an outdoor enthusiast
• CPR certification or the ability to complete via in house within one month

This position is work study eligible, but work study is not required.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
• Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

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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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a current University of Utah student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If applying for a work-study position, do you agree to follow the work-study information and policies as stated in the Student Work-Study Handbook found on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website?
  • Yes
  • Not Applicable
• * If applying for a work-study position, have you been awarded and have you accepted a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year? (Work study not required to apply for this position.)
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not Applicable

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