<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 03/20/2026 Requisition Number PRN16858N Job Title Classroom Assistant Working Title PATHS Camp Assistant Career Progression Track A Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 20 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>Start Date: May 16, 2026</p> <p>End Date: July 31, 2026</p> <ul> <li>Mandatory Team Training: Monday, May 18 - Friday, May 29, 2026 </li><li>Orientation Event Saturday, May 30, 2026 </li><li>Day Camps: Monday, June 1 - Thursday, July 2, 2026 </li><li>Residential Camps: Monday, July 6 - Wednesday, July 23, 2026 </li><li>Team and Individual Debriefing: Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31, 2026 </li></ul> <p>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 Close Date 06/20/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>Youth Education is seeking passionate individuals to join the team as a PATHS Camp Assistant. The PATHS Program prepares prospective first-generation high school students to achieve their full potential and pursue higher education.</p> <p>PATHS Camp Assistant will assist with the administration of camp activities. They may also supervise and ensure the safety of students during camp, teach and lead program curriculum, develop and coordinate enrichment activities, supervise during overnight stays, and act as positive role models. Applicants must pass applicable background checks in order to be hired.</p> <p>Camp Assistant will be contracted on a temporary basis from May 16, 2026 through July 31, 2026. They will not be scheduled to work on weekends or holidays.</p> <ul> <li>Team Training and Planning: Friday, May 16 - Friday, May 29 </li><li>Orientation Event: Saturday, May 30, 2026 </li><li>Day Camps: Monday, June 1 - Thursday, July 2 </li><li>Residential Camps: Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 23 </li><li>Team and Individual Debriefing: Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31 </li></ul> <p>Camp Assistant will work approximately 30 hours per week excluding weekends during both day and residential camps. Shifts may vary depending on programming needs and are subject to change.</p> <ul> <li>Camp Assistant will be required to complete 2 weeks of training prior to the start of camp. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ol> <li>Assist in program administration and supervision of students during activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended outcomes. </li></ol> <p>a. Assures students are properly supervised at all times.</p> <p>b. Applies basic youth development principles such as relationship development, respect, involvement, and empowerment of youth while working with students.</p> <p>c. Be aware of and enforce program policies and procedures.</p> <ol start="2"> <li>Assist with and implement activities for students in accordance with the program mission. </li></ol> <p>a. Support camp counselors during week-long camps.</p> <ol start="3"> <li>Maintain high standards of health and safety. </li></ol> <p>a. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.</p> <p>b. Be alert to students and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with camp director when appropriate.</p> <p>c. Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure proper utilization, care, and maintenance is adhered to; report necessary repairs promptly to camp director.</p> <ol start="4"> <li>Be a role model to students and staff in your attitude and behavior. </li></ol> <p>a. Set a good example for students and others including cleanliness, punctuality, personal language, appearance, health habits, sportsmanship, and manners.</p> <p>b. Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns.</p> <ol start="5"> <li>Represent PATHS when interacting with parents, University of Utah staff/faculty/students, and community members. </li></ol> <p>a. Provide participant guardians appropriate feedback and information as needed for their students to have a successful camp experience.</p> <p>b. Adhere to program policies and procedures when students are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check, first aid training are required. Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <ul> <li>Have a valid driver's license </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> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <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>