Community Living Event Assistant

Amherst College
United States, Massachusetts, Amherst
6 East Drive (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2024
Community Living Event Assistant Amherst Campus Part Time JR5484 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Community Living Event Assistant position. The Community Living Event Assistant is a part-time, casual position with no benefits, starting at $20/hour. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community. Ensures a safe and secure environment at student- and staff-hosted events. Provides exemplary assistance and guidance to student event hosts and guests that support a safe and vivid environment. Conducts regular check-ins of event venues, ensuring that College policies are being respected. Provides constructive coaching and behavioral intervention when appropriate. The Community Living Event Assistant takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Work Schedule: Due to the nature of the position, evening and/or weekend availability is required The work schedule may vary, but in general, the following shifts will be in place: Fridays and Saturdays, 6:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. during the academic year (12 weeks per semester) Some weekday/daytime shifts may also be available, but at this time, we can only consider candidates who also have weekend/evening availability Summary of Responsibilities: Pre-Event Support Contacts student event hosts to verify the start time of each event; reminds hosts of event guidelines Delivers refreshments from the dining hall to each venue by vehicle Observe the safe setup of furniture and other event equipment before guests arrive Event Check-Ins Continuously visits each event throughout its duration to offer support to hosts and guests Responds to calls on a radio or personal cell phone from Amherst College Dispatch or Community Safety Assistants about event complaints (noise complaints, overcrowding, behaviors that conflict with College policy) Develops approachable rapport with hosts and guests to encourage interaction and requests for assistance Places calls for assistance from first responders, including Community Safety Assistants, Amherst College Emergency Medical Services, and Amherst College Police, when conditions warrant Administrative Documents incidents through detailed reports and conducts email correspondence as needed Documents items through photos or videos when possible Submit reports related to maintenance concerns, damages, or other problematic environmental conditions Qualifications: Required High School diploma or equivalent Strong verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving, time management, interpersonal and customer service skills Proficiency with web-based forms, GMail, and the ability to use and learn other software Ability to work independently and as a member of a team Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and lift test Valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Successful outcome of required background checks, including the Massachusetts name-based criminal record check, CORI 21 years or older - may be responsible for handling alcoholic beverages Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community Preferred Previous experience working with a diverse college population Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Community-Living-Event-Assistant_JR5484 jeid-7223c0837d89e74c9ef4c4166980ef01