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Announcement
Details
Open Date
06/09/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17135N
Job Title
Event Coordinators
Working Title
Event Merchandise & Operations Assistant
Career Progression Track
S00
Track Level
S1 - Entry Level Support
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
20
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
15-20 hours a week off season, variable during football season, some late nights and weekends.
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
President
Department
00435 - University Campus Store
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$18.00 - $20.00/h DOE
Close Date
09/09/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The University of Utah Campus Store is seeking Event Merchandise & Operations Assistant who supports the Campus Store's officially licensed Utah Athletics merchandise operations at football games, athletic events, and special campus events throughout the year. As the Official Retailer of the University of Utah, the Campus Store serves thousands of fans through event-based merchandise locations featuring officially licensed apparel, gifts, and accessories.
Working alongside the Concessions Manager, this position assists with merchandise transportation, event setup, sales operations, inventory management, customer service, and event teardown. This is a year-round, variable-hour position with the majority of hours occurring during football season. During home football game weeks, employees may work up to 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and late-night event operations. During football away weeks, bye weeks, and non-football seasons, employees should expect approximately 20 hours per week while supporting other University of Utah athletic events and special events.
This position offers opportunities for increased responsibility and advancement within Campus Store event operations, including lead event assignments, independent management of merchandise locations, and expanded operational responsibilities.
Why Work at the University Campus Store?
Employees at the University of Utah Campus Store enjoy a wide range of benefits that support both personal and professional well-being.
These include:
Employee discounts on Campus Store merchandise
Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the store
Flexible scheduling opportunities.
The Campus Store is consistently ranked among the top 15 institutionally run stores in the nation and proudly serves over 40,000 students, faculty and staff, along with millions of visitors each year. Learn more about our mission and values here www.store.utah.edu
Responsibilities
• Assist with setup, operation, and teardown of merchandise locations at University of Utah athletic and special events.
• Transport merchandise, fixtures, equipment, and supplies between storage locations and event venues.
• Drive University vans and box trucks in support of event operations.
• Load, unload, organize, stock, and merchandise officially licensed Utah Athletics apparel, gifts, and accessories.
• Operate point-of-sale systems and accurately process customer transactions.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to fans, guests, and customers.
• Maintain clean, organized, and visually appealing merchandise locations.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment and inventory control.
• Assist with end-of-event reconciliation procedures.
• Support event logistics and assist with resolving operational issues during events.
• Work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts based on event needs.
• Perform physically demanding work including lifting, carrying, pushing, and moving merchandise and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Campus Store and event operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires little to no related experience.
Preferences
• Previous experience in retail, merchandising, event operations, athletics, customer service, or related fields.
• Experience operating point-of-sale systems.
• Experience driving vans, box trucks, or similar vehicles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of or interest in University of Utah Athletics.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and availability for the majority of University of Utah home football games and other assigned athletic events.
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.
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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