Staff Specialist

University of Utah, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 13 Apr 2026

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Staff Specialist
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This is a temporary position. This role will run from June 16th to August 1st. Weekly hours may exceed 20 hours per week.
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Open Date 02/27/2026
Requisition Number PRN16806N
Job Title Staff Specialist
Working Title Residential Supervisor
Career Progression Track UGR
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 30
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
June 16th – August 1st, Variable schedules. Counselors are needed between 2 pm and 9 pm most weekdays. Weekends and Holidays off.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00785 - First Generation Programs
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 16.00
Close Date 04/13/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 04/01/2026
Job Summary
Upward Bound is a federally funded program to assist low-income youth in preparing for college. The program includes intensive academic enrichment for students in grades 9 through 12 and a college orientation (Bridge) program for recent high school graduates. Participants reside in the University residence halls and receive instruction in language arts, financial literacy, foreign language, mathematics, and science. Supervised recreation, guidance and counseling, career exploration, community service, and career exploration are also part of the summer experience. Residential Supervisors will work various hours and be available to students at various hours. Housing and most meals are provided at no cost to camp staff.
Responsibilities
Live in the University Residence Halls with high school students participating in the Upward Bound program and be on duty twenty-four hours per day, Sunday evening through Friday evening, for the duration of the six-week program.
Provide on-site support, supervision, and direction to Camp Counselors; ensure that Counselors are meeting the expectations of their jobs; communicate daily with Director, Academic Advisors, and Counselors; call problems to the attention of Director and/or Academic Advisors.
Resolve problems between Counselors and/or students.
Mediates situations and determines whether further action is necessary.
Attend daily staff meetings with Counselors and advisors and weekly staff meetings with instructors.
Participate in activities with students; assists Counselors with supervision of students, planning and implementation of activities, transportation of students, and supervision and monitoring of study halls, computer labs, etc.
In the event of a medical emergency, consults with Counselors to assess the seriousness of the situation and the necessity of medical treatment. Contact appropriate persons (Director, Advisors, parents, etc.).
In the event of a teacher’s absence, provide classroom supervision or identify counselors to supervise classes.
Communicates with Housing Residential Education regarding issues related to door access, linen schedules, etc.
In the event of a student’s early withdrawal, oversee the room inventory, collection of keys, etc. 
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a responsible individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with adolescents from diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds.
Available for the duration of the program, including the required training before the beginning of the program.
Driver’s license and good driving record required.
Taking University coursework or having other employment is not approved.
Preferences
Persons who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the target population are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in tutoring, peer counseling, supervision, first aid emergencies, and/or residential programs
Special Instructions Summary
This is a temporary position. This role will run from June 16th to August 1st. Weekly hours may exceed 20 hours per week.
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 can be located on the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu .

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