P/T Support Specialist for Office of the President

Number: 27HRL999-33 Division: Office of the President Department: President's Office Opening Date: 10/22/2026 Position Announcement Provides administrative support to the President's Office staff through campus strategic plan implementation, government and community officials' relationship support, department records management, bookkeeping, processing/coordinating of various office paperwork, event scheduling, and general reception duties for the South Administration Building. Additional information about the area is online at https://president.utahtech.edu . Responsibilities Greet the public and visitors to the South Administration Building, answering phones, taking messages, distributing mail, and directing visitors/guests to the appropriate areas/offices on campus. Provide administrative support to the Chief of Staff, Special Assistant to the President for Government & Community Relations, and other South Administration office staff. This includes but is not limited to scheduling meetings and reserving rooms, copying, ordering supplies, event planning and management, and other tasks as needed. Maintain proficiency in use of university database systems, such as Banner, Event Management Software/Systems, Desktop Publishing software, etc. Assist with purchasing card program, reconciling and entering charges and submitting monthly statements. Prepare purchase requisitions, check requests, travel authorizations and claims. Assist with ordering office supplies, equipment, copy paper, maintenance agreements for copy machine, etc. as needed. Use EMS system software and coordinate with the Central Scheduling office for reservation requests of the South Administration Conference Room for employees, students, community members, etc. May assist in designing flyers, brochures, labels and other materials for President's Office staff. Assist with PowerPoint presentation design and formatting. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED, with some college coursework and/or post-secondary certificate, required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. Two years' office experience required; experience working in higher education preferred. Good working knowledge of computer software such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Desktop Publishing, Internet, basic website design/maintenance, and email. Knowledge of University operating systems such as Banner, Argos, EMS software, etc. is preferred. Ability to interact with faculty, staff and students at all levels while in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and correspondence forms. Knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and equipment including office machines, inventory, and ordering supplies. Moderate knowledge of financial recordkeeping preferred. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relations with students, faculty, students, and community members. Basic graphic design and desktop publishing skills are preferred, including the ability to create and format professional documents, presentations, flyers, and other visual materials. Supplemental Information POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS : Part-time hourly staff position ( 25-29 hours/week , 9am-4pm schedule). Hourly rate of $22+/hr depending on qualifications and experience. Free access to Employee Assistance Program thru Blomquist-Hale and HPC Fitness Center/Recreation facilities;see https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/newemployee/getting-started/new-trailblazers/ for list of part-time staff employee benefits. ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES : Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload cover letter electronically. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position has been filled. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life." and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University . Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must provide employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Utah Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@utahtech.edu or 435-652-7500. Utah Tech University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/reporting-discrimination/ . For important information regarding academics, campus safety, student services, employment laws, and other regulatory requirements, visit Utah Tech University's Right-to-Know https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/ and Clery Act https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-act websites. 1 Benefits Utah Tech University offers a variety of miscellaneous benefits and discounts to employees, both for use on-campus and off-campus. Employee Assistance Program Human Performance Center Access (HPC) Booth Wellness Center Workshops Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Workshops Additional Benefits and Discounts Utah Tech Staff Association Scholarship Professional Development Fund No other benefits are offered for this position. 1