<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 04/01/2026 Requisition Number PRN16910N Job Title UU Student - Other Working Title Utech Sales Associate 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 19-20 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>M-Sa, 19-20 hours a week, some weekends and holidays.</p> <p>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 $16.00/h Close Date 06/30/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>The University Campus Store is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and highly personable individual to join our team as a Utech Sales Specialist. This role is centered on driving sales through outstanding customer service, product expertise, and proactive engagement with every customer.</p> <p>The Utech Sales Specialist is responsible for efficiently handling sales transactions while serving as a trusted expert on computers and technology accessories. This individual delivers an exceptional customer experience by actively engaging customers, understanding their needs, and confidently recommending solutions that lead to successful sales outcomes.</p> <p>A key component of this role is salesmanship, listening carefully, building rapport, recommending the right products, and confidently closing the sale. The Utech Sales Specialist ensures every customer interaction is positive, informative, and memorable.</p> <p>In addition, this role supports vendor communication, stays current on technology trends, assists with inventory management, maintains visually appealing product displays, and helps resolve product issues to ensure complete customer satisfaction.</p> <p>This position requires consistent engagement with all customers, including VIP campus visitors. The ideal candidate is outgoing, approachable, and comfortable initiating conversations with anyone who enters the store, treating all individuals with kindness, professionalism, and respect. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.</p> <p>Why Work at the University Campus Store?</p> <p>Employees at the University of Utah Campus Store enjoy a wide range of benefits that support both personal and professional well-being. These include:</p> <p>Employee discounts on Campus Store merchandise</p> <p>Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the store</p> <p>Flexible scheduling opportunities.</p> <p>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</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Accurately and efficiently process all sales transactions, including standard POS transactions, sales order creation, and service check-in/closeout. Ensure each transaction supports a positive customer experience. </li><li>Deliver best-in-class salesmanship by actively engaging customers, understanding their needs, recommending appropriate products, and confidently closing sales. Create a welcoming and customer-focused environment in every interaction. </li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current technology products, trends, and features to provide informed, confident recommendations. </li><li>Provide exceptional service by answering questions, resolving concerns, and ensuring customers feel supported throughout their experience. Escalate to a manager or supervisor when appropriate. </li><li>Collaborate with the internal Buying team on product requests, new product inquiries, and custom orders. </li><li>Assist with inventory counts, ensure product accuracy, and maintain SKU lists and product labeling. </li><li>Maintain a strong merchandising presence by organizing and updating product displays based on demand, promotions, and inventory status. </li><li>Stay informed on current promotions and proactively communicate offers to customers to enhance sales opportunities. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Must be a current University of Utah student.</p> <p>This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills and the ability to pass a security clearance is required. Some positions require a minimum of six months cashiering experience.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <ul> <li>Previous sales experience, with a strong emphasis on customer engagement and closing sales </li><li>Experience with computer hardware/software troubleshooting </li><li>Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems </li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail </li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively </li><li>Positive, friendly, and outgoing demeanor, with the ability to engage confidently with students, faculty, staff, parents, and campus visitors </li></ul> <p>Special Instructions Summary Additional Information</p> <p>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.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Are you a current University of Utah student? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many months/years of retailing and/or cashiering experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>No experience</p> </li><li> <p>Less than 6 months</p> </li><li> <p>6 months or more, but less than 1 year</p> </li><li> <p>1 year or more, but less than 3 years</p> </li><li> <p>3 years or more</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only </li></ul>