Computer Assistant

Workdays and hours will vary – part-time 20 hours per week.

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department

Department 00096 - College of Law
- Dean

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 12.02 to 16.00

Close Date

Close Date 12/31/2026

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

Provides computer support by troubleshooting and correcting problems with computer hardware or software applications. Hybrid position made up of assistant and entry level computer positions (including but not limited to: Systems Support Assistant, PC Maintenance Technician, Production Assistant, etc.) May assist technicians and other computer staff with hardware and software applications. Maintains network accounts and programs for specific department needs. Serves as a help desk resource for assigned areas.

• Provides computer support by troubleshooting and correcting problems with computer hardware or software applications.
• May assist technicians and other computer staff with hardware and software applications. Maintains web sites.
• Maintains databases, network accounts and programs for specific department needs. Backs up department computer systems on scheduled intervals.
• Serves as a help desk resource for assigned areas.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Nearly Continuously:
Office environment.

Nearly Continuously:
Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often:
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Associate’s degree in a computer related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years of related experience preferred. Demonstrated computer skills, human relations and effective communication skills are required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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  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  or  or University Human Resource Management at  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,…