Posting Details
Position Information
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Lead Rock Wall Assistant
Organizational Unit
SE – Fitness and Recreation Services
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Average number of hours per week
Up to 19 Hrs
Desired Start Date
03/27/2023
Projected End Date
05/21/2023
Anticipated Pay Range
$16.50-$16.50
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
FWS Account Code
503000 Non-FWS or 503015 FWS
Job Number
STU10642122
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
In support of the Student Affairs Learning Outcomes, the Wellness and Recreation team manages multiple fitness and recreation facilities and coordinates a variety of on- and off-campus recreation and wellness education programming. Alongside professional staff and in collaboration with other team members, the Lead Rock Wall Assistant is responsible for co-supervising student employees, managing day-to-day facility operations, and coordinating rock wall services and programs. The Lead Rock Wall Assistant strives to create a welcoming environment that contributes to the University by building community, increasing the students’ pride in their university, and improving students’ healthy sense of self. All Lead Rock Wall Assistants are members of the Department of Student Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Work alongside professional staff to supervise Rock Wall Assistants, including hiring, training, team development, performance evaluation and accountability.
- Through supervisor shifts, oversee the day-to-day operations of the facility in partnership with campus departments including Public Safety, Dining Services, Facilities Management, Custodial Services, and Information Systems and Technology.
- Manage facility by ensuring all equipment and furnishings are working properly and that facilities are clean and tidy. Responsibilities include routine maintenance and cleaning as well as submitting work requests for major issues to campus departments.
- Route set the rock wall on a bi-monthly basis to ensure all levels of climbing are being met and routes are safe for all climbers.
- Coordinate a cleaning schedule amongst rock wall assistants on a semesterly basis for all holds on the wall to ensure holds are kept clean and sanitary.
- Manage programs and services including climbing competitions and events
- Address employee needs regarding scheduling, including approval of shift changes
- Meet weekly 1-1 with direct supervisor
- Attend weekly meetings with the supervision team
- Lead monthly team meetings with all Guest Relations staff members
- Assist in Student Engagement department-wide events
- Assist in other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certified through the end of the academic year. If an applicant is not already certified, certification will be coordinated by the Department of Student Engagement upon employment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a large group
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to work evening, early morning and weekend hours as necessary
- Time management skills
- Ability to delegate effectively
- Ability to manage conflict and apply feedback to work performance
- Dependability and accountability
- Initiative and the ability to work independently
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate customer needs
- Ability to belay climbers using climbing wall
- Ability to use standard office equipment including computer, copier, telephones
- Minimum of a 2.5 GPA
- Ability to climb a ladder
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with departments and organizations at Chapman
- Demonstrated desire to learn
- Prior experience planning, coordinating, and executing logistics of a program or event
- Knowledge of or experience with campus policies and procedures
- Effectiveness in establishing rapport with Chapman professional staff
- Rock wall climbing experience
- Ability to climb a ladder
- Ability to lift objects of 45lbs
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/30756
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