Event Support Technician/Assistant Mens Basketball Coach (Non-Exempt)

POSITION

Event Support Technician/Assistant Men's Basketball Coach (Non-Exempt)

• Full-Time/Split Position

H SU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION

Facilities Technician I/Recreation Professional

I D EPARTMENT

University Events/Athletics

S UPERVISOR TITLE

Manager of Event Services/Head Men's Basketball Coach

F LSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

E XEMPTION

N/A

L OCATION

HSU Campus, Abilene, Texas

TARGET HIRE DATE

As Soon As Possible

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT

• Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University's Statement of Faith.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Human Resources 325-670-1259 or careers@hsutx.edu

SUMMARY/SCOPE

Serves as Event Support Technician. Responsible for the set-up and successful execution of campus activities and/or events for the university (30 Hours Per Week) This is a split position with Athletics

• Men's Basketball (10 Hours per week).

HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING

ESSENTIAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

University Events Assists with the daily management of campus facilities. Arranges and oversees facilities set-up for faculty, staff, students, and constituents for various campus events. Works under the direct supervision of the Manager of Event Services and other Event Support Technicians as a team to complete all necessary tasks in a timely manner. Assists in the supervision and training of several student workers. Ensures student workers are assigned specific daily tasks and responsibilities. Follows-up on assigned tasks for quality control. Completes simple maintenance of equipment used for University Events, including but not limited to chairs, tables, dollies, tool upkeep, seasonal displays and materials. Responsible for set-up, tear down, and successful execution of HSU athletic events on days, nights, and weekends, depending on when the events are scheduled. Responsible for updating the Manager of Event Services with any necessary information pertaining to all operational needs and/or issues of concern. Assist in ensuring campus functions occur without any difficulties. Meets daily with the Manager of Event Services and University Events team. All HSU employees are expected to adhere to the HSU Personnel Handbook and Safety Handbook in following all campus policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned by Manager of Event Services or Director of University Events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Athletics (Split Position)

• Men's Basketball Recruiting Year-round player evaluations
• tournaments, game, film Phone calls to recruits with details recorded in database Foster relationships with HS and AAU coaches Personal letters, emails & texts to recruits (increase communication) Involved with campus visits and home visits Print and mail recruiting mailouts Social Media/Graphics Promote program with consistent presence on social media (twitter, Facebook, etc.

) Birthday graphics for team members Monitor player profiles Create graphics to promote camps, team events, recruiting (2-3 tweets/week) Travel Coordinator Coordinate team travel

• hotels, buses, meals, practice times Team travel itinerary for players Handle expenditures on trips Organize receipts monthly Other Responsibilities Assist with all aspects of practice Prepare scouting reports on opponents as delegated Assist in monitoring study hall Coordinate bi-monthly academic meetings with assigned players Assist with summer camps Help committed players with admissions process Assist with equipment check-outs and returns Adhere to the code of conduct for coaches and athletes Maintain and uphold all the values of HSU and Cowboy Basketball Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position, except for student workers.

COMPETENCIES

This is your opportunity to demonstrate how your education and/or experience in your current or previous job relates to each function of this position. Interview decisions are partially based on this information. On a separate sheet of paper, write a paragraph for each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. Continuous Learning

• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Customer Service
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Change Management
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results. Ethics
• Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values. Dependability
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

(Language, Mathematical, Reasoning and Computer Skills):

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software, Spreadsheet software, Human Resources/Payroll systems for Timecard Entry, Order Processing Software, Internet, etc.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma and/or 2-3 years minimum of related experience preferred for the Events Technician Position. Since this is a split position with Men's Basketball, additional experience playing college basketball is a requirement. Experience coaching (at any level) is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None are required for this position at this time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Frequent heavy lifting (50-60 pounds) or dragging required. This is an active position. Frequently required to stand for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a Full-time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Staff position. A regular 40-hour workweek is required plus occasional overtime as this position does require employees to be "on call" periodically for University Events. This position requires traditional work hours as well as regular weekend work and occasional evening and/or holiday scheduled work in order to meet internal and/or external deadlines along with maintenance of emergencies, etc. There is currently one opening for Event Support Technician, which is for the first shift. (1st Shift) Monday

• Friday 8:00 A.M.
• 2:00 P.M. (30 Hours
• Event Technician) Must be able to work flexible shifts when required and/or other days when needed.

On-call duty is required when a response is necessary. HSU Facilities Shirts are provided and required to be worn on Game Day events. This is a split position with Men's Basketball, therefore the additional 10 hours per week will be scheduled in the afternoons/evenings with some travel on weekends with athletics. All hours worked for each position must be recorded on the correct timecard. All hours worked beyond 40 hours in a single work week will be compensated at time and a half, per FLSA guidelines. Must have and maintain a valid Class C Driver's License and maintain a clear driving record to be insurable under the university liability policy. Must be able to drive to complete work assignments on and off campus, as needed. Additional travel may be required on occasion.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees, see the HSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

HSU complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age, sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information and military service. HSU is a private university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and may lawfully consider an applicant's religion as a selection criterion. HSU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith and fully support HSU's mission. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HSU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, except when the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.

BACKGROUND SCREEN

HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position, applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values, the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions. Apply Now Share Save Job