"Sports Program Assistant, Part-Time"

Job Summary

Assists students with questions or inquiries regarding assigned program(s). Participates in assigned department and University events. Provides administrative support to the assigned department and/or program coordinator.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides administrative support in the development, implementation, and marketing of program and/or project function
2. Performs clerical and administrative tasks, including creation, typing and editing of program correspondence, purchasing documents, reports, program handbooks, other publications and maintains department files, records and databases
3. Serves as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, departments and external constituencies on day-to-day program, operational and administrative issues
4. Assists with events, meetings, special projects, and problem resolution facilitation
5. Assists with classroom or meeting set-up
6. Assists with training and oversight of assigned students, volunteers, and/or interns
7. Assists with collecting program data, prepares scheduled and special reports, maintains program and/or project records and statistical information
8. Maintains supplies, equipment and facilities to include maintenance, inventory management, logistics, security, and related activities
9. Coordinates, participates and may present in meetings, tabling events, program and staff recruiting and other college/department events as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

Relevant customer service or recreational service experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field

Previous experience in higher education preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of and compliance with policies and procedures

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf