Athletic Facilities Foreman

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S11501P

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S11501P

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Working Title

Athletic Facilities Foreman

Department

Athletics-Equestrian

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

UGA

is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA

employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the

UGA

Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Hours will vary based on competition, practice, and recruiting needs. Ability to work nights and weekends.

Advertised Salary

$35,000 - $40,000

Posting Date

01/05/2024

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

01/22/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information

| Classification Title | Service/Maintenance Foreman/Lead | | FLSA | Non-Exempt | | FTE | 1.00 | | Minimum Qualifications |
Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. | | Preferred Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
To provide assistance to the barn manager and facility manager with supervision of feeding of horses, hay production, cleaning of stalls, general upkeep of facility, fencing, veterinary care, equipment management and arena dragging at the equestrian facility. | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
Experience working with equine; ability to do heavy manual labor work; ability to understand written and verbal instructions; ensure compliance with NCAA, SEC and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to the sport of Equestrian. | | Physical Demands |
Lifting 50 lbs or more; stooping, squatting; working in inclement weather. Housing on site. Driving as needed to perform job duties. | | Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes | | Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | Yes | | Credit and P-Card policy |

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

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Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
General upkeep of the Equestrian facility, i.e. maintenance of structures, arenas, equipment, fencing, plumbing, & overall clean & well-maintained facility aesthetic. | | Percentage of time | 50 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Grounds – mowing, weeding, trimming, spraying of landscaping & fence lines, painting & repairs. Grooming of arenas & hot walker (watering & dragging). | | Percentage of time | 20 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Assist with daily horse care – feeding of horses (hay / grain / water), rotation from field to barn, transportation of horses to Veterinary Teaching Hospital, minor medical treatments. | | Percentage of time | 15 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Housing on site – on call for facility & horse related emergencies or after-hours horse deliveries. | | Percentage of time | 5 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Oversee student worker and part-time staff with care of horses, structures, & equipment. | | Percentage of time | 5 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Events – preparation & break down, arena watering & grooming. | | Percentage of time | 5 |

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

| Contact Details |
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. | | Recruitment Contact Name | Amber Bradley | | Recruitment Contact Email | abradley@sports.uga.edu | | Recruitment Contact Phone | |

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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