Education Staff Assistant
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Announcement
Open Date | 02/01/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN14531N |
Job Title | Education Staff Assistant |
Working Title | PATHS Camp Counselor |
Job Grade | 007 |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
Type | Non Benefited Staff / Student |
Temporary? | Yes |
Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm. Hours will vary depending on programming needs and are subject to change. |
Is this a work study job? | No |
VP Area | Academic Affairs |
Department | 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | 15.00 to 20.00 |
Close Date | |
Job Summary | Youth Education is seeking passionate individuals to join the team as a PATHS Camp Counselor. The PATHS Program prepares prospective first-generation students, those who will be the first in their family to go to college, to achieve their full potential in high school and beyond. Counselors will work with groups of up to 30 students from a variety of backgrounds at the University of Utah’s campus in the summer for 8 week-long camps. PATHS Counselors are leaders, mentors, educators, and advocates for PATHS students and their communities. They supervise and ensure the safety of students during camp, teach and lead program curriculum, develop and coordinate enrichment activities, and act as positive role models. Applicants must pass applicable background checks in order to be hired. Join us this summer and be part of a fun, dynamic team that enriches the lives of high school students. Counselors will be contracted on a temporary basis from May 28, 2024 through July 31, 2024 and be required to work on July 24, 2024 (Pioneer Day).
Counselors will work approximately 40 hours per week excluding weekends. Shifts will vary depending on programming needs and are subject to change.
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Responsibilities |
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. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. |
Minimum Qualifications | Three years experience as a classroom assistant in a related academic area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); knowledge and understanding of a variety of teaching methods in order to adjust activities/training session to include participants of different ages; a thorough knowledge of related academic subjects in order to participate in developing classroom activities/programs; and demonstrated knowledge of teaching methods and communication skills to conduct educational activities and/or training sessions in a clear and concise manner required. Demonstrated human relation 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. |
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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. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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How many years of experience do you have working with children ages 12-18 in an educational setting?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
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Describe the experience you have had working with high school students ages 12 - 18
(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
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Are you available to work Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm from May 28, 2024 until July 31, 2024?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission