Posting Number
HS385P

Quick Link for Posting
http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/23959

Working Title
Graduate Assistant for Facility Operations

Department
University Recreation

About the University
Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve more than 26,700 students with more than 200 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.

Located in the stunning Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country's finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation's best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, as well as 12 official holidays and a choice of retirement programs.

About the College/Department
The department of University Recreation exists under the College of Education and Health Professions to engage and enhance the University of Arkansas community through diverse recreational, social, and wellness opportunities. As a result, the University Recreation department performs a vital role in the recruitment, retention, and education of students and personnel.

Department Home Page
http://urec.uark.edu

Job Type
Hourly/Student

Summary of Job Duties
Program Responsibilities include: UREC Facilities, Donna Axum and UREC Fitness Center, and Other Program Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities within UREC Facilities include: assist with event management in the HPER building, coordinate all internal ( UREC ) facility reservations, hire, train, schedule, manage, and evaluate facility assistant student staff, maintain payroll for facility assistant staff, ensure that facility assistants hold current CPR , First Aid and AED and other certifications, conduct regular staff trainings/in-services, assist in purchases, diagnostics, safety, inventory and maintenance of building equipment, develop and maintain all risk management and building policies and procedures, assist with oversight of UREC Crew student staff, guide through preventative maintenance tasks, and assist with work days at Mitchell St. Outdoor Fields Complex.
Specific Responsibilities within Donna Axum and UREC Fitness Center include: manage day-to-day operations of both fitness centers, hire, train, schedule, manage and evaluate fitness center student staff, maintain payroll for fitness center staff, ensure that fitness center attendants hold current CPR , First Aid and AED and other certifications, conduct regular staff trainings/in-services, monitor equipment usage, safety and maintenance, assist with purchasing and inventory of fitness center equipment, assist in collecting and reporting participant information for the purpose of annual reports and data collection, help with the creation and maintenance of area budgets, and assist with the planning, organizing, coordination and implementation of offered programs.
Other Program Responsibilities include: contribute to collaborative departmental programming and training efforts, update, on a regular basis, all position manuals and training schedules, attend departmental staff meetings and additional college and/or university meetings and events when needed, teach American Red Cross CPR / AED and First Aid classes, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum 3.0 grade point average
• Admission to a College of Education and Health Professions graduate degree program
• Satisfactory completion of the GRE will be required prior to employment with the department of University Recreation

Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)?
No

If yes, please specify

Preferred Qualifications

• American Red Cross CPR , AED , First Aid Instructor Certification
• Experience in maintenance of fitness center equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of facility operations within a collegiate recreation setting
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Possess basic computer skills to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related programs
• Ability to model appropriate behavior for student employees
• Ability to be discrete as it relates to privacy and student confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task as needed and be well-organized
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to be professional and punctual

Physical activities associated with this position
The following physical activities are associated with the position and will be performed with or without an accommodation. All individuals are encouraged to apply.

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (schedule will vary based on department needs to include occasional nights and weekends)

Overtime Eligible
No

Is this position weather/event essential? If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions.
No

Work Location/Building
Fayetteville Campus- HPER Building and UREC Sports Complex

Benefits Eligible
No

Appointment Percent
70

Salary/Hourly Range
$14,000 annually, plus tuition waiver (fees excluded) and travel stipend (pending funding)

Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check?
Yes

Does this position require a background check?
Yes

If yes, please specify

• Criminal background check
• Sex offender registry check
• MVR check

Does this position require a substance abuse test?
No

Pre-employment Screening Requirements
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.



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