Sports & Competition Frontline (Student)

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60014

Location

Columbia

Full/Part Time

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MizzouRec Services and Facilities is a department within the Division of Student Affairs that provides quality leisure experiences to all members of the campus community, primarily Mizzou students. Through our facilities and programs, we strive to bring our members and guests an environment that inspires and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle. MizzouRec enhances the student experience by creating a sense of "third place" and belonging with its vast services, facilities, and programming - in addition to its unique connection to campus history and traditions.

Benefits Of Team Mizzou Employment

• Convenient and flexible hours.
• A fun atmosphere with great people and coworkers.
• Opportunities for promotions and cross utilization into new areas.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A positive learning environment.
• A place where education and being a student is valued.
• A supportive and approachable professional staff.
• Staff opinions and feedback are asked for and used.
• Training, workshops, and certification opportunities.
• Reward and recognition programs.

Job Description

Summary

Individuals must be personable, outgoing, and exhibit exemplary customer service skills. Must have the ability to work non-traditional hours, such as late nights and weekends. This position requires good decision-making skills and the ability to work with little supervision during Sports & Competition events, including practices, games, and tournaments. This position will conduct sales and transactions as well as facilitate laundry and equipment. Individuals must be assertively friendly, creative, and have an extensive working knowledge about all MizzouRec facilities, services, and programs. Must take pride in the quality of their work, demonstrate initiative, and be attentive to details.

General Responsibilities

This position requires exceptional organization skills and prior experience in facility supervision, event management, or computer systems. Skills in risk management and facility security are also desired. This individual must be capable of maintaining responsibility for equipment and on-site supervision of events as prescribed by Sports & Competition professional staff and maintaining responsibility for on-site supervision of Sports & Competition events. This position may also consist of office hours during the day. They must also be able to multitask using several computer programs at one time. This individual must remain Adult CPR/AED/First Aid certified while employed in this position.

Duties Include

• Become familiar and competent with all facilities, equipment, and storage areas.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all user groups utilizing MizzouRec facilities, as well as MizzouRec members throughout Sports & Competition events.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants utilizing MizzouRec facilities during Sports & Competition programming.
• Maintain equipment in good working condition, report any maintenance issues, and restock supplies as needed.
• Serve as liaison between Sports & Competition Participants and Sports & Competition Lead on duty.
• Register participants/teams into sports and leagues using specialized software.
• Responsible for maintaining laundry before and during Intramural Sports activities.
• Provide security by monitoring equipment checkout and ensuring everyone using MizzouRec facilities are eligible to do so.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to medical emergencies and participant incidents during events, or as needed within MizzouRec, and during Sports & Competition programming.
• Data entry by inputting game scores, participation attendance, etc.
• Answer any questions and disseminate MizzouRec and Sports & Competition information as appropriate.
• Report any overdue equipment to Sports & Competition professional staff.
• Complete other tasks and projects assigned by Sports & Competition professional staff.
• Adhere to all Team Mizzou guidelines and non-negotiables.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$15.25 per hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis

Shift

Number of hours per week: 12-15 per week. Shifts are 5PM-8PM and 8PM-10:30PM.

This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri. Enrollment in the summer session is not required if the student was enrolled in the Spring semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester. Selection is contingent upon results of a review with the Office of Institutional Equity, Office of Student Accountability & Support, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, previous MU appointment history, and reference checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of and experience with MizzouRec facilities, services, and programs.
• Good decision-making skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Current on all Adult CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.
• Basic risk-management skills and facility security knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Application Materials

Complete application, and upload the following: résumé, class schedule, cover letter, and 3 or more references which must include at least 1 MU supervisor (if applicable). Please provide your MU e-mail address in the contact information section of the application.

Other Information

Learning Outcomes

Expected career readiness competencies gained and/or enhanced from this position include:

• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret and use knowledge, facts and data in this process and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.
• Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers by valuing the uniqueness of every individual. The individual is able to work within a team structure and can negotiate and manage conflict productively.
• Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.
• Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage their emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize and delegate work.
• Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits (e.g., punctuality, working productively with others and time-workload management), and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind and is able to learn from their mistakes.
• Career Management: Identify and articulate one's skills, strengths, knowledge and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.

Benefit Eligibility

This is a student position and is not eligible for University benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.