Rowing Assistant- Institutional Student Worker

Job Title: Rowing Assistant- Institutional Student Worker
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 303244
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia Campus Recreation & Wellness Department is currently accepting applications for a Rowing Assistant-Institutional Student Worker. The rowing assistant reports to the Coordinator of Sport Clubs, as well as the rowing coach and assists with the day-to-day operations of the rowing program. This position will serve as a support person assisting with team tryouts, rosters, practices, competitions, and program administration. The role will require working a flexible schedule, including some early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop an effective working relationship with the coach and team members to assist with the administration of the rowing program.
• Assist with record keeping, team rosters, departmental forms, and social media.
• Assist with equipment inventory, inspections, light maintenance, and storage.
• Assist with team trainings to help members develop skills, teamwork, stamina, and strength.
• Responsible for adhering to all policies, procedures, and risk management protocols of both UNG and Lake Lanier Rowing Club.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of rowing technique, skills, rules, and terminology.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Experience with competitive rowing teams.
• CPR & First Aid Certification (or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• US Rowing membership or other national rowing association membership (or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• US Rowing Level 1 Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment or when the next scheduled Level 1 Course is available).
• Georgia Boating License (or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in coaching preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust