Associate Director of Arkansas Union
University of Arkansas
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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Student Affairs
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Arkansas Union
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Summary of Job Duties:
This position has complete responsibility for Arkansas Union Event Services, including set up of all conference meetings and private functions, inventory control of supplies pertinent to Arkansas Union Event Services, billing and management of the Event Services budget, maintenance of all event and audio-visual related equipment, rooms, and supplies. Also responsible for supervising the Event Services Manager, Assistant Director, multimedia staff as well as Arkansas Union Event Reps and Setup crew, including evening workers. Sets, revises, and implements policies and procedures. Represents the Arkansas Union with special projects, serves as a member of the Union leadership team, and fills in when Director is absent.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree with a major in hospitality management, business administration, communications, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least four years of progressively more responsible experience in student program operations, facility event operations, or related area
Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.
At least one year in a supervisory capacity
Preferred Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's or master's degree with a major in student affairs, hospitality, business, or related area from an accredited institution of higher education
Proven experience with facility event management software, such as EMS
At least three years of supervisory experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of university and college union policies and procedures for operations
Knowledge of human resources and supervisory management
Knowledge of general accounting and budgetary procedures
Knowledge of program planning and financial management
Knowledge of emergency response procedures
Variable skills including communication, interpersonal relationship building, and adaptability
Ability to supervise a varied subordinate personnel staff with multiple functions
Ability to coordinate the work activities of several operations at the same time
Ability to maintain and prepare financial records and other reports
Ability to plan and project future needs regarding the Arkansas Union operations
Ability to work with a variety of clients, both internal and external to the university
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Director, Arkansas Union
stagni@uark.edu
479-575-2146
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Standing, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Climbing, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling
Benefits Eligible:
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