Details
Open Date 07/14/2026
Requisition Number PRN17226N
Job Title UU Student - Library
Working Title Events & Scheduling 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
Flexible availability is preferred. Regular shifts are available Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm during the Fall 2026 semester. Additional evening and weekend hours may occasionally be available to support library events.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00790 - Marriott Library - Operations
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $15.00
Close Date 08/25/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The J. Willard Marriott Library is seeking a dependable, service-orientedEvents & Scheduling Assistant to support the library’s event and scheduling operations. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy contributing to a collaborative team that delivers outstanding customer service.
While this position primarily focuses on event support and room scheduling, team members collaborate across all aspects of the department and assist one another as needed.
Applicants should be proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
To help the library appropriately monitor student employment hours, part-time student employees are generally expected to work only for the Marriott Library unless and approved exception applies.
Responsibilities
Event Support
Set up and take down tables, chairs, and other equipment for events throughout the library, including the Gould auditorium
Assist in coordinating with audiovisual, custodial, and facilities departments to maintain needs in event spaces
Assist with event signage and wayfinding
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of event furniture and equipment
Scheduling
Respond to room requests, make reservations in the scheduler, and send confirmation emails
Interpret and enforce library and University policies when scheduling requests
Communicate with library patrons regarding event logistics, room availability, and schedule changes
Confirm reservations made in the library match the Registrar’s Office reservations and records
Audit schedules to maximize room usage
Other tasks
Assist with event catering preparation, service, and cleanup
Provide support for audiovisual equipment used by students, faculty, staff, and community members
Perform other related duties to support Events & Scheduling operations
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Current University of Utah student enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the fall and spring semesters.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Customer service experience
Experience with event setup or event coordination
Ability to work a flexible schedule, with occasional evenings or weekends
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely move and set up tables, chairs, and other event equipment
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 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.
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