Details
Open Date 08/13/2025
Requisition Number PRN16242N
Job Title UU Student - Other
Working Title Acting Program Assistant
Job Grade 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 Day
Work Schedule Summary
Flexible Monday - Friday and sometimes Saturday, Sunday this will be determined by department needs
Is this a work study job? Yes
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00079 - Theatre Department
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $13-$15
Close Date 09/30/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
We are looking for a work-study student to work alongside our Actor Training Program Area Head as Program Assistant. This work-study opportunity allows a current student in the program to gain hands-on experience in arts administration. It involves assisting with social media support, area specific events, working behind-the-scenes with recruitment, studio space upkeep, guest artist liaison, student communications and various administrative tasks.
Qualifications: MUST HAVE WORK - STUDY FUNDING FOR THE CURRENT ACADEMIC YEAR .
Please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. Before hire, this employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Facilitate guest artist visits, including logistics, scheduling, and ensuring a seamless experience:
Assist with prospective student visits and recruitment events, providing information, tours of DOT spaces and representing the program.
Contribute to the program's online presence by assisting with content creation and scheduling, adhering to established social media guidelines.
Assist in drafting and editing program communications such as announcements and newsletters.
Studio & Equipment Management:
Weekly Studio Organization: Ensure acting furniture, props, and equipment in studio spaces are organized and in their designated places.
Inventory & Reporting: Help maintain an inventory of program equipment. Report any missing items, damages, or repair needs promptly to the appropriate staff.
Assist with the setup and strike of studio spaces for ATP Lab or other special ATP or recruitment events.
Administrative & Clerical Support:
Run errands on campus as needed to support program operations.
Assist with other administrative tasks as assigned by the Area Head or DOT Office Staff.
Employee will be responsible for a variety of assignments and must work well in a multi-tasking environment. Job will include correspondence with prospective students and University personnel and assisting students and visitors to the department.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Preferences/Qualifications:
Must be a currently enrolled student in the Acting Program.
Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study funding.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with major social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) and some content creation skills.
Proficiency in standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Passion for the performing arts and commitment to supporting students' artistic growth.
Ability to conform to an established work schedule, typically between 15-20 hours per week, ensuring that hours do not exceed the student's work-study award.
Ability to lift and carry items up to [e.g., 25 pounds] (specific weight limit as appropriate).
Demonstrated ability to be reliable, punctual, and proactive in identifying and addressing needs.
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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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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