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Announcement
Details
Open Date
07/01/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17179N
Job Title
UU Student - Library
Working Title
Book Arts Studio 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, Day shifts, some evenings and weekend hours required
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
08/28/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Book Arts Studio Assistants work as part of a team of faculty and staff in a busy studio environment. Studio Assistants are expected to help maintain an environment that is welcoming, promotes belonging, and is conducive to attentive work; focus on assigned tasks while on the clock; follow studio policy, modeling appropriate use and behavior for students and studio users; work with care and attention to detail, but also with efficiency and the goal of meeting deadlines.
Assistants work on a broad range of tasks-some hands-on (like materials preparation, studio monitoring, or exhibition installation) and some desk/computer-based (answering program-related email and phone calls or data entry). Assistants use specialized equipment for the preparation of materials for workshops and outreach programs; assist with printing projects for the Library, Book Arts Program, and Red Butte Press; organize and maintain studio spaces and storage; assist visiting artists; help with communications and publicity; and contribute to exhibitions installation. A critical aspect of the position is providing letterpress support to students and other studio users as a monitor during open studio. The ideal candidate enjoys handwork, is willing to take on repetitive and meticulous tasks, possesses strong communication skills, values working with people from all backgrounds, and is interested in learning new skills. Job emphasis will vary based on the skills and interests of the person hired, special project timelines, and programmatic need. follow studio policy, modeling appropriate use and behavior for students and studio users.
Because of the nature of detailed and accurate record-keeping for grant purposes and the importance of time-intensive, detail-oriented preparation of materials, this position demands painstaking attention to detail and excellent time management skills. Because this position is in constant contact with patrons, strong communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities
Preparation of materials, studio upkeep, and general office duties in support of all Program and Red Butte Press initiatives including K-12 Outreach, Community Programming, Academic Courses, Exhibitions, and Red Butte Press editions. Depending on the level of previous and acquired experience, this position might also act as teaching assistant for K-12 and community programming. Advanced skills would allow teaching assistance for classes.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences

• BFA or majoring in Art, Art History, or English. Experience with letterpress required; bookmaking or other handskills strongly preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills, demonstrated eye for fine-tuned details, and strong record-keeping capabilities, time management, and organizational competencies required.
• Proficiency in Office software required; Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign strongly preferred.
• Must be a current University of Utah student enrolled 6 undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during the fall and spring semesters.
• Six months clerical or customer service experience required; demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
• Students eligible for Work-Study are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions Summary
Must be a current University of Utah student. For the Library to be able to appropriately monitor hours worked, part-time employees are generally asked to restrict their work with the University of Utah to Library employment only, unless an exception exists.
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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