POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for Event Staff Representatives with strong customer service and communications skills to work in a high energy level environment during Gators athletic events. If chosen as a representative, you will be the face of the Florida Gators throughout each of our home athletic events answering fan questions, finding solutions to fan problems, and making all fans feel both welcome and comfortable while providing a championship experience for our Gator fans! Representatives will gain invaluable experience while working in collegiate athletics and are afforded the opportunity to build a professional network. This is a part-time position. This posting will be open until a qualified candidate has been selected.
Event Staff Representative positions may include:
- Secure Guest Entry
- Secure guest entrances in order to enforce prohibited items in the facility which may include bag screening upon guest entry.
- Ticket Scanning
- The primary responsibility of those working as Ticket Scanners is to provide exceptional customer service and assist in the smooth operations of all ticketed sports. This position will work Will Call, Student-Athlete Guest entry and General Population entry.
- Crowd Management/Usher:
- Crowd Management will work throughout various facilities during athletic events to ensure a safe and fun environment for our Gator fans.
- Ushers focus on addressing issues that may disrupt enjoyment of a fans game day experience.
- Guest Services
- As a guest service representative, you will be the face of the UAA throughout home events. You will be assisting with guest entry as well as answering fan questions; solving problems and making all fans feel both welcome and comfortable during each athletic event.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Required Qualifications:
- 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED (General Education Development)
- Must have a professional, friendly, positive, and cooperative work style and the ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds in various circumstances.
- Perform tasks proficiently while handling frequent interruptions, multi-task, and possess good communication skills.
- Work a non-standard work schedule that may include evenings, weekends and some holidays.
BENEFITS:
This is a part-time position with no associated benefits.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and may be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.
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