Event Staff

Details

Open Date 07/13/2026

Requisition Number PRN
17222N

Job Title UU Student
- Admin/Clerical

Working Title Event Staff

Career Progression Track SJ

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 15-19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Variable

Days and Hours will vary depending upon the needs of meetings and events. Early morning, Weekend or evening work will be required. Preference will be given to those who can work Monday and Wednesday evenings, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area President

Department 00326 - Office of Alumni Relations

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $15.60

Close Date 08/24/2026

Part-time position open for an individual with strong customer service and available to work a variable schedule. The event staff position at the Eccles Alumni House is responsible for providing operational functions before, during, and after events, including staffing the front reception desk. The employee will assist with site set up, take down, monitoring and assisting clients, directing vendors , and enforcement of venue policies.

The employee must understand the venue’s desired image and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize & change course of action quickly, communicate effective, and ability to be flexible. Applicant should have a positive attitude and have the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Continually monitor all areas of the building (restrooms, lobby, meeting spaces, etc.) to ensure the best representation and be aware of and handle issues of safety.
• Set up each meeting space as per floor plan and event details using a Banquet Event Order with, but not limited to, tables, chairs, décor, AV, linens, and trash cans.
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with clients, guests, vendors and co-workers being cooperative and helpful with any last-minute details or needs.
• Fully participate in all set ups and tear downs.
• Restore the venue after the completion of events to ensure the building is presentable to the public.
• Monitor caterers, DJ, photographers and any other vendors involved with each event to ensure they are following venue policies.
• Light custodial duties as necessary (restocking during an event, spill cleanup etc.)
• Staff Front Reception desk, including answering phones during business hours for U Alumni Calls, helping with minor office projects, and receiving packages, directing guests.
• This position will involve the ability to use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, kneel and balance.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and walk up to several miles during an event.

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.

Preference will be given to those who can work Monday and Wednesday evenings, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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.

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