Summer Operations Assistant

Colorado Mountain College-Glenwood Springs•Glenwood Springs, CO

2d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager of Events, Conferences & Recreation and the Director of Student Life & Housing, the Summer Operations Assistant will rotate positions to perform varied duties to support the summer conferencing program, and the day-to-day operations of the Field House, Residence Hall, and Campus Facilities. The Summer Operations Assistant will model appropriate behavior on campus, online, and in the community. Ability to follow directions and be a team player is critical. The Summer Operations Assistant is expected to be capable of dealing with situations (emergency and non-emergency) as they arise with professionalism and safety in mind. This front-line position is often the first point of contact for visitors to campus. The Summer Operations Assistant must be available for the entire employment period, typically late-April through late July. Approval of any additional work outside the Summer Operations Assistant position or enrollment of summer classes will be required in advance. Summer Operations Assistant may be allowed to schedule time off during break periods between conferences, depending on availability and anticipated staffing needs. The Summer Operations Assistant is required to live in the residence hall and will receive a rent-free room in the residence hall during employment period. Summer Operations Assistants are expected to follow CMC’s Student Handbook when residing in the residence hall. The CMC work week is Saturday through Friday. This position typically works 24-28 hours per week. CMC has a limit of 28 hours per week for all part-time roles. Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards) Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include a High School/GED and one year of related work experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: experiential education, and/or components of pre-collegiate Programs. Ability to turn experiences into learning, recognize effective v. ineffective methods/vehicles, and provide feedback and guidance. Experience with standard Microsoft Office software. Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities. Ability to work flexible hours. Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds. Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred. This position requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado and perform all work duties within the state. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. The hiring pay rate is $19.83 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Requirements

Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include a High School/GED and one year of related work experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.
Ability to turn experiences into learning, recognize effective v. ineffective methods/vehicles, and provide feedback and guidance.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office software.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
This position requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado and perform all work duties within the state.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

experiential education, and/or components of pre-collegiate Programs.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Residence Hall Check-in and check-out overnight guests
Clean rooms and linens in a timely manner
Prepare room for guest’s arrival
Move furniture, as needed
Clean common areas, including MPR kitchen, 1st floor bathrooms, hallways, study lounges, laundry rooms, front desk & lobby
Remove trash & recycling from building
Sort & distribute mail and packages
Assist with general building operations, such as bulletin boards, maintenance troubleshooting, key inventory, and front desk operations
Other duties as assigned
Field House Check-in Field House members
Sell memberships
Clean common areas and bathrooms
Complete rounds of the building to ensure smooth operation
Assist with the climbing wall, as needed
Responsibly handle cash, process credit cards, and maintain accurate membership information according to field house procedures
Other duties as assigned
Assist with the set-up & clean-up of campus meeting space
Oversee use of meeting space and trouble shoot audio visual, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Assist with Visit Days and prospective student site tours
Participate in student panels
Assist with Young Alpine Center front desk operations
Clean common areas including vacuuming hallways & meeting space, common area bathrooms and trash/recycling
Assist with Campus Store Operations
Assist with Residence Life & Student Life projects
Remove thistles on campus
Mow grassy areas on campus
Weed flower beds
Under supervision, help maintain campus irrigation systems
Beautify campus grounds
Clean and maintain dog park
Clean sidewalks and patios
Other duties as assigned
Under supervision, help facilitate groups on the high and low challenge courses
Assist Outdoor Studies Program Manager
Assist with trail work
Provide training on the low and high challenge courses
Help maintain the courses
Other duties as assigned