Student Assistant - Housing Summer Staff

Job Title: Student Assistant - Housing Summer StaffLocation: UWG Recruiting LocationRegular/Temporary: TemporaryFull/Part Time: Part-TimeJob ID: 282468About UsSince 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation.Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 13,000 students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region.At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus.The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community.Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.Job Summary• Student Assistants will be charged with engaging enthusiastically with all residents.• Student Assistants will have programmatic responsibilities on nights and weekends.• Students Assistants must have a wide knowledge of campus resources.• Student Assistants will be working desk shifts.• Student Assistants will be responsible for participating in an on call, duty rotation.• Student Assistants will be assigned one of the functional areas below:• Orientation Tour Guide: Student Assistants will be charged with giving engaging and enthusiastic tours of all the Residence halls on campus. Student Assistants must be strong public speakers and confident talking to families and prospective students, must have a wide knowledge of involvement offers within Housing and Residence Life and seek to connect these prospective students to these engagement opportunities. Student Assistants must be able to connect perspective students to existing student organizations or to events that are hosted by the university during/through tour conversations. Students Assistants will be to assist with the physical labor of setting up for tours. For example, tables, tents, etc.• Camps and Conference: As a Conference Assistant (CA), you are responsible for assisting conference guests upon their arrival and departure and providing excellent customer service. You are also expected to provide support for completing tasks such as preparing client materials, assembling key packets, building walk-throughs, administering check-in/check-out locations and assisting with other HRL areas as needed. You will also assist guests with lockouts and provide security within your residence, assist with preparing buildings for fall opening, assist with ongoing HRL projects such as inventory, room inspections, creating decorations, compiling packets for staff training, etc.Required Qualifications• Must have a 2.0 GPA and be enrolled in at least five hours for Summer or six credit hours for Fall 2025 classes.• Must live on campus throughout the duration of summer camps and conference season.• Must Serve On-Call• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.• Must be willing to take all departmental assessments and certifications i.e. Risk Management, Right to Know, Vehicle Cart and Key Asset.• Will be required to work times of high demand during camps, dates will be provided during the interview process.Preferred Qualifications• Previous work experience with customer service• Previous employment or volunteer position with Housing and Residence Life. For example Resident Assistant or Hall Council member.Physical Requirements/Working Conditions• Student Assistants will be on their feet for the majority of the day during this job and will be exposed to the elements while inspecting the residence hall exterior as well as traveling from building to building.• Student Assistants will be asked to unload and set up equipment. For example; tents, inflatables, or yard games. Student Assistants will be outside for the majority of their workday in the elements.USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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.Conditions of EmploymentOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50)