Recreation Athletics Specialist 2 - Float Schedule

2022006CP

Rec & Athl Spec 2 - Float

4701F

No Exemption

C99962

Non-Exempt

BU 1

100

CS - 42X

$42,168 – $55,188

03/01/2022

12 months per year

Cheney

Spokane

Yes - Both

Vara Lyn Conrath

vconrath@ewu.edu

• Eastern Washington University is currently seeking a Recreation Athletics Specialist 2 – Float Schedule.
• The Recreational Athletics Specialist 2 is responsible for assisting the Facility Director with various phases of facility management and operation of the Sports & Recreation Center (SRC). Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting in the operation of the SRC equipment room and involvement in special programs and event support. This position will represent the SRC as the supervisor of the entire complex during evening hours and assigned weekend events. For a more detailed job description please see below under Job Duties.
• On top of salary, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses.

Eastern Washington University is a regional, comprehensive public university located in Cheney and Spokane, Washington, with programs offered throughout the state and online with an enrollment of over 12,000 students. Eastern is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington reporting to its own Board of Trustees.

Eastern’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 11,000 residents 16 miles southwest of the state’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the Brand new Catalyst building and on the Riverpoint Campus which is shared with Washington State University. Eastern also offers program throughout the state based on the needs of the community. Eastern offers an array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees and one applied doctorate in physical therapy. EWU offers 135 fields of study, 9 master’s degrees, 12 graduate certificates, 39 graduate programs, 1 educational specialist degree, and 1 applied doctorate to more than 10,000 enrolled students.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

• This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
• This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• All new employees must comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

• If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Vara Lyn Conrath at vconrath@ewu.edu.

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• Bachelor’s degree involving major study in either (a) recreation or therapeutic recreation, (b) music, drama, or physical education or © psychology, sociology, or education with a minor in recreation, physical education, music or drama and one year of paid, professional recreation experience. OR One year of experience as a Recreation & Athletics Specialist 1. OR Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all desirable qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

• Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity

• Prior experience with lay out and painting of athletic fields for high level competition and practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Higher Education Experience
• Experience with Intramural Sports Programs or High School Athletic Programs above the player level.

Floating

Typical work week is M-Th 2:00-10:30 and F 11:00 7:30 with some weekend work and adjusted hours due to events in the arena.

01/21/2022

No

02/06/2022

2/7/22

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Application

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• 20% Responsible for working with the SRC equipment room staff and event staff in the operation for the Sports and Recreation Center complex. Work will occasionally involve weekends to support Athletic contests and Special events. Responsible for assisting the Facility Director in daily operation duties for the purpose of providing support to various university and non-university programs and events.
• 20% Responsible for specific set-up of equipment in support of academic classes, athletic activities, intramural/club sports and special events. This includes a measure of technical knowledge of public address, game clock and music operation
• 20% Act as lead painter for all grass fields as pertains to athletic, intramural, club, and specials events fields. Including but not limited to practice and game soccer fields, logos, intramural football fields, summer camp fields and more.
• 10% When acting as events supervisor, arrive at a predetermined time in advance of the event and complete pre-event tasks. Including but not limited to opening/closing gates, turning on lights, bleacher set up and positioning necessary equipment such as tables, chairs, and goals.
• 5% Distributes recreation material and equipment for part of recreation programs. Accountable for aspects of inventory, maintenance/repair and issuance of equipment.
• 5% Assists in the selection and training of the SRC student staff. This position leads and trains employees in this unit of the department with the help of the Operations Manager and Assistant Manager of Daytime Operations.
• 5% Responsible for the safety and liability concerns for the complex and its patrons and will ensure compliance with policies and procedures related to the area of authority.
• 5% Recommends and initiates programs or changes to existing programs.
• 5% Perform related duties as required
• 5% During competition, act as Liaison for visiting team and officials. Work with event staff to monitor crowd behavior, handle sideline issues and PA/score table issues.

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