Facility & Events Assistant - Full-time / Part-time

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The University of Michigan-Dearborn is seeking a Facility & Events Assistant. The Facility & Events Assistant position is intended to provide individuals with an extension of their experience/studies in facility operation and event management. This positions will be responsible for supervising both the facility and staff during assigned shifts at UM-Dearborn Ice Arena and Fieldhouse, as well as any off-campus athletic facility used by UM-Dearborn. This experience will prepare the individual for a position as a facility manager, event manager, or operational support staff.

Responsibilities*

• Perform daily operations and pre-planned event assignments to ensure the desired results of each event, including, but not limited to pre and post-game events, private events, and any related event at the Fieldhouse, Wellness Center or Ice Arena.
• Serves as game administrator to ensure a successful event for the organization or client, as requested.
• Assists Facility & Events Manager with maintaining master event calendar.
• Assist with ice installation/removal at UM-Dearborn Ice Arena.
• Assist with ice maintenance through Zamboni utilization, hand edging, machine edging, and compressor monitoring.
• Assist with the review and enforcement of facilities rules and regulations.
• Execute proper opening/closing procedures at UM-Dearborn Fieldhouse, Wellness Center and Ice Arena.
• Assist with supervision of custodial and grounds staff.
• Assist with hiring/supervision of student operations staff to assist with custodial and maintenance efforts.
• Provide support for all University of Michigan-Dearborn Varsity and/or Junior Varsity events through game day opening/closing procedures, on ice support staff, or assisting with custodial supervision and event management.
• Help coordinate repairs, renovations, and improvements with facilities department, including equipment, tools and storage.
• Other duties as assigned by the Facility & Events. Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate with many varied audiences: Coaches, staff, student-athletes, customers, vendors, fans, etc.
• Ability to quickly and successfully diffuse, manage and resolve conflict situations.
• Ability to promote a team atmosphere with all employees.
• Ability to enhance innovation and new ideas with all team members.
• Successful experience working in a team environment.
• Must be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all team members and customers.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage changing demands.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• Experience in Facility operations, grounds, or related experience.
• Experience driving and maintaining a Zamboni.
• Proficient with general computer applications.
• Understanding OSEH Safety Programs.
• Understanding of NAIA rules and regulations.
• Extended work nights, weekends and some holidays as applicable.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience working within a collegiate athletic department.
• Experience working with the public dealing with a wide range of customers.

Additional Information

• Compensation: $10-14/hr, 20+ hrs/wk (Wage rate based on experience/qualifications).
• This is a temporary position with no medical insurance or retirement benefits.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

• Job Opening ID 162848
• Working Title Facility & Events Assistant
• Job Title PROF MISC (TEMP)
• Work Location Dearborn Campus

Dearborn, MI

• Full/Part Time Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary Temporary
• FLSA Status Nonexempt
• Organizational Group Dbn Student Affairs
• Department Dbn Athletics & Recreation
• Posting Begin/End Date 9/14/2018 – 9/24/2018
• Career Interest Temporary Job Opening

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