Athletics Event Services

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Athletics Event Services

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Position Details

Position Information

Job Title

Athletics Event Services

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Department

Athletic Game Operations

Job Code

Job category

Full Time Staff

Terms and Hours

12-month position; generally 40 hours per week and overtime will likely be required during certain work weeks based on operational needs.

Salary Range

Starting Hourly Rate $17.00, commensurate with experience

Job Summary

University of Portland Athletics is committed to change and stands against racism and systemic discrimination, in our Department, program, on our campus, and in our community. We are committed to the well-being, education and equality of every person, and are committed to continued action to drive societal and systematic change. This position is responsible for providing support for University Athletics Events and maintaining the overall operations of a variety of University Athletics facilities, including the Chiles Center, other campus locations, and off-campus event venues. Support for University Athletics events (NCAA athletic competitions, student orientation weekend, commencement, special events, etc.) may include moving furniture, major event set-ups and tear-downs, cleaning, etc. The work is physical and often requires heavy lifting. Daily tasks will be performed based on the needs of the Athletics Department, assigned work orders, and designated projects. Overtime may be required and/or assigned to support University events as needed.

Core Duties

Perform set-up, teardown, and turnover at event locations which will vary based on timing of the events; this includes but is not limited to, setting up basketball hoops, volleyball nets, soccer goal tents, staging, chairs and tables, modifying overall room layouts based on the purpose of the space. Navigate athletic areas across campus carrying materials and supplies for on-site athletic event setup, using University motorized vehicles. Assist with athletic laundry services. Provide light custodial services to assigned areas as needed. Respond to work orders as directed by supervisor and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. Other duties as relevant to the duties of the position or as assigned by supervisor or designee.Please note that the above list of duties is not comprehensive but generally demonstrates the types of matters under this position’s purview and responsibility.

Education & Experience

Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Prior events set-up and teardown experience in athletics setting. Or equivalent education and/or experience.

Certifications & Licenses

Required: Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Superior attention to detail. Strong customer service orientation. Ability to read, understand, and carry out labels, directions and work orders. Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to meet the requirements of the position. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions, generally in a sequence or with scheduled work activities occurring on a regular basis. Knowledge of OSHA/safety regulations and ability to become certified in various training. Ability to operate basic tools and equipment, i.e. basic hand tools, forklift, high lift, pallet jack, power washer, etc. Competence with and commitment to diversity and inclusion; ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff. Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes. Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for the duties of the position, including, without limitation, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the internet, and computerized maintenance management systems. All University of Portland positions require the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies, software, and applications in depth and at level of proficiency required for duties of the position. In most situations, the necessity of learning, using, and supporting new technologies, software, and/or applications does not change a job description nor make the position one that involves higher level duties.

Physical Requirements

Frequently: stand, walk, bend, use fingers and hands to handle materials and tools or equipment, and reach with hands and/or arms. Occasionally: sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently: lift and/or move up to 70 pounds with or without assistance and with or without the use of devices and/or equipment to assist in the lifting effort. Frequently: ability to interact and communicate with members of the University and others as necessary. As necessary: ability to travel by car or air; ability to drive a vehicle.

Working Conditions

Overtime hours may be required with little or no notice. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles or blood borne pathogens and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock and works with vibration causing tools or equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Work Standards

Respect for the University’s mission and Catholic identity: demonstrates commitment to learning, respecting, and contributing to the mission of the University, a Catholic and Congregation of Holy Cross institution. The University’s mission statement states in relevant part: “we pursue teaching and learning, faith and formation, service and leadership in the classroom, residence halls, and the world.” The University’s Statement of Inclusion states in relevant part: “Our belief in the inherent dignity of each person is founded upon the social teaching of the Catholic Church. At the center of that teaching is the fundamental mandate that every person, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social or economic class, age, or disability shall be treated with respect and dignity.” The full Mission Statement is at: www.up.edu/about/mission. The full Statement of Inclusion is at:https://www.up.edu/disclosures/inclus.... Promote culture of safety: demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Compliance with laws and policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the personnel, business, and/or other policies of the University. Compliance with driving-related laws and requirements: when conducting university business while driving, must comply with the Oregon Vehicle Code and University of Portland driving requirements. Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to work professionally with all University of Portland community members, external organizations, and any other person or organization employee interacts with in his or her University capacity.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance, life insurance, sick time and vacation time consistent with University policies, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account benefits, tuition remission benefits generally starting after 90 days (employee) or 2 years (spouse and children) of employment, retirement contributions generally starting after 2 years of employment, and eligibility for the University’s home purchase assistance program consistent with program requirements. (Benefits are subject to all relevant University policies, practices, contracts, and any other relevant materials.)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S042-2023

Number of Vacancies

Estimated Start Date

08/07/2023

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled

No

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Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

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