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University of Utah

Logistics Coordinator

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Details

Open Date

12/08/2025

Requisition Number

PRN43766B

Job Title

Logistics Coordinators

Working Title

Logistics Coordinator

Career Progression Track

S00

Track Level

FLSA Code

Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday-Friday

VP Area

President

Department

00717 - Office of Comparative Medicine

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$17 - $21.29 per hour

Close Date

03/01/2026

Job Summary Logistics Coordinator

Assist in the supply, material flow, and storage of inventory from the supplier to the customer. Ensure timely and accurate flow of material through inbound/outbound shipments. Review purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy as well as track and fix shipping errors. Safely and efficiently move and handle items and assist with inventory records. Load and unload goods from delivery trucks, checking for correct quantity and type of materials. Record any damaged, missing, or faulty goods and assist in quality control. Work closely with warehouse staff to keep goods organized and moving.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Oversees stores, receiving, delivery and shipping functions and personnel for a University department.

Plans the range and quality of materials to be stocked based on consultation with departments. Evaluates supply needs, turnover rates, cost, perishability, hazardous nature of goods, and storage limitations.

Makes decisions regarding the physical layout of the storeroom and supervises inventory maintenance. Monitors items, which are not moving, and determines redistribution actions.

Oversees the receiving and inspecting of orders and resolves order problems with vendors and departments. Verifies stock meets specifications and orders are complete.

Monitors the storeroom budget by maintaining records of expenditures and reconciling accounts. Documents storeroom operations for billing and inventory control.

Oversees the distribution and delivery of supplies/materials to customers, including large items.

Assists campus personnel in the selection and pricing of furniture purchases.

Supervises the activities of other Storekeepers by training, assigning work, and evaluating performance.

Monitors the receipt, inspection and delivery of radioactive and flammable materials according to federal standards and University policies and procedures.

May direct the preparation of materials for student laboratories using knowledge of experiments to be performed and materials required.

May supervise the preparation of chemical solutions necessary to support the teaching laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT :

1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Logistics Coordinator, I:

Requires little to no related experience.

Logistics Coordinator, II:

Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Logistics Coordinator, III :

Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Preferences

Four years shipping and receiving/stockroom experience

Two years supervisory experience

Ability to routinely move or manipulate heavy objects

Knowledge of standard warehousing procedures

Demonstrated human relations skills

Commitment to provide excellent customer service

A valid Utah Driver’s license with proof of insurability for positions that perform delivery responsibilities

Type

Benefited Staff

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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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.

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.

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, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

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