• Summit Climbing Specialist

    University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT)


    Details

     

    **Open Date** 09/04/2025

    **Requisition Number** PRN16356N

    **Job Title** UU Student - Admin/Clerical

    **Working Title** Summit Climbing Specialist

    **Job Grade** SJ

    **FLSA Code** Nonexempt

    **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

    **Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student

    **Temporary?** No

    **Standard Hours per Week** 4

    **Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time

    **Shift** Day

     

    Work Schedule Summary

     

    **Is this a work study job?** No

    **VP Area** President

    **Department** 00312 - Cr-Outdoor Program

    **Location** Campus

    **City** Salt Lake City, UT

    **Type of Recruitment** External Posting

    **Pay Rate Range** 12.30

    **Close Date** 12/04/2025

     

    Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

    Job Summary

    Provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all users of the climbing wall. Climbing Specialists needs to display a strong work ethic, be dependable, motivated and have the ability to work independently. Possess good teaching and communication skills. Has the ability and skills to work with participants of all ages and abilities. Experience with belay systems or previous climbing gym experience is preferred.

    Responsibilities

    + Open and close the climbing wall daily during posted hours.

    + Inspect and maintain equipment prior to and after use.

    + Provide a clean and organized climbing area.

    + Ensure all waivers are complete and filed.

    + Monitor use of wall, ensure that climber adhere to all policies, procedures and safety guidelines. Evaluate and monitor safe belaying abilities.

    + Respond to emergency situations.

    + Promotes safe climbing and bouldering techniques.

    + Instructs belay clinics, climbing clinics, and other climbing related clinics.

    + Creates, set and maintain routes.

    + Maintenance inspection and documentation of climbing equipment.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Current University of Utah Student.

    + Basic knowledge and experience with indoor and /or outdoor rock climbing techniques and equipment such as ATC /Grigri belay techniques, rope management, figure 8 follow through, and friction hitches.

    + Excellent people and communication skills.

    + CPR certification or the ability to complete via in house within one month

     

    Preferences

     

    Applicants need to submit a resume and cover letter to be qualified for review.

     

    Special Instructions Summary

     

    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/

     

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