Graduate Assistant Braves Fan Shop (29135)

OTTAWA UNIVERSITY • Ottawa, KS

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas. Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students. The Braves Fan Shop Graduate Assistant would be responsible for assisting with Fan Shop inventory, social media, marketing & promotions, and website sales. In addition, this position would also assist with the organization of the store and inputting new inventory into the WinPrism system. A limited number of graduate assistants are available through various departments and campus locations. The selected candidates will be granted tuition waiver (18 credit hours per year) for one of Ottawa University's graduate programs, a partial meal allowance and a bi-weekly living stipend paid over 12 months. Renewals for a second year are based on the evidence of academic performance and quality execution of assigned duties. International candidates are only eligible to pursue the on-campus MBA degree of the programs that are offered. International students must also be able to secure an F1 student visa and meet the international admissions criteria for acceptance into the Ottawa University MBA program. Appointments are generally made to those students who have shown superior aptitude in their field of study as an undergraduate and who appear likely to render a high quality of service to the University through their appointment and service activities. All Graduate Assistants must be eligible to work in the United States and present the proper documentation to the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their graduate assistantship.

Requirements

• Driving MVR Required
• Must be accepted and enrolled in an Ottawa University graduate program.
• Completed online admissions application.
• Required application fee.
• Submission of official undergraduate transcripts (3.0 GPA – minimum requirement) earned bachelor’s degree.
• Submission of a personal statement regarding career goals and three professional references.
• Other items as identified by the specific academic program.
• A completed employment application is required.
• Candidates should attach cover letter and resume.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and present the proper documentation to the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their graduate assistantship.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Business and organizational attitude and skills.
• Multi-tasking skills and attention to detail.
• Creative, risk-taking, inventive attitude.
• Work independently, cooperatively, and providing leadership to others.
• Above average knowledge to Microsoft Office software and ability to learn computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing of new inventory for the Braves Fan Shop.
• Notifying their supervisor when items need to be reordered or moved to clearance.
• Placing new retail inventory into the WinPrism system.
• Coordinating marketing materials and submitting them to social media sights (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram).
• Organizing and upkeep of retail merchandise backstock.
• Maintaining and Rearranging of store displays.
• Creating advertisements for on campus Brightsigns.
• Assisting with Black & Gold Friday sales and promotions
• Serving as extra personnel during special events in the Braves Fan Shop (i.e. Orientation, Homecoming, Graduation, Book Buy Back, etc.).
• Organization of the Braves Fan Shop website including but not limited to ensuring all new merchandise is uploaded, clearance items are marked accordingly, confirming and completing online orders.
• Other duties as assigned
• Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
• Understand the Universitys policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly.
• Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the Universitys Code of Conduct and Ethics.
• Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism.
• Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
• Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
• Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver (18 credit hours per year) for one of Ottawa University's graduate programs
• Partial meal allowance
• Bi-weekly living stipend paid over 12 months

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees