Job Description

Position Details

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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information

Position Title

Department Assistant

Requisition Number

H00004P

Position Category

Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week

Months per year

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate

$ 11.75

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The department assistant will be expected to assist with a variety of department and program-specific activities, including tasks related to assessment and data management, videography, support of academic activities/classes, and other miscellaneous administrative responsibilities.



This position is 50/50 eligible, student must be enrolled full-time and have at least a 2.0 GPA in order to qualify.



This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Strong computer and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior office/administrative and videography experience preferred.

Background Check?

Yes


Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

12/05/2025

Review Date

12/07/2025

Job Close Date

01/05/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/3503

Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application and attach a resume, cover letter and the names and contact information for three references.



If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.



The screening of applicants will begin immediately.



Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.



This position is 50/50 eligible, student must be enrolled full-time and have at least a 2.0 GPA in order to qualify.



This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

ADA Essential Job Function

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ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position

Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing o

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).