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Housing Ambassador

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Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R24996P
Working Title Housing Ambassador
Department Housing-Admin Srvcs & Communic
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and is home to more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full-time staff members, 21 graduate assistants and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self-supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived only from student housing fees and other non-state sources.
In support of its mission to provide comfortable, affordable and secure housing options where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported, University Housing engages staff members in competency-based training and students in curriculum-based engagement focused on community building, interpersonal skills, social awareness and responsibility, and well-being.
College/Unit/Department website www.housing.uga.edu
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary $11.00/Hour
Anticipated Start Date 08/05/2024
Posting Date 04/08/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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.
Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Support, communicate, enforce and abide by all university and department policies, procedures and regulations
  • Promote the value of living on campus
  • Capture photos of halls and student life with DSLR or phone camera
  • Conceptualize, create and post content on housing social media channels
  • Attend University Housing events to document on social media
  • Collaborate with student video producer(s) as needed to create video content for University Housing’s social media channels and website
  • Function as a resource for accurate information concerning housing and university operations
  • Participate in training and in-service activities
  • Participate in meeting activities including, but not limited to: staff meetings, community staff meetings, committees, and one-on-one meetings with supervisor
  • Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of the position as assigned
Percentage of time 100

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Student Assistant
FLSA Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE .50
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The housing ambassador’s main role is to generate content for University Housing social media channels. Housing ambassadors will attend events, take candid photos of student-life, and prepare and post these materials to social media. They are also responsible for keeping up with language, memes and other trends that can be used to effectively relate to the student body.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
  • Demonstrated experience with social media for a brand
  • Preference will be given to candidates planning to reside on campus for the upcoming academic year
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  1. Will be enrolled on at least a half-time basis at the University of Georgia when classes are in session (i.e., enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours for undergraduate and professional students during fall/spring semesters; enrolled in a minimum of five credit hours for graduate students during fall/spring semesters). Credit hour minimums during the summer terms and during the last semester before graduation may be different. Consult the University Housing Human Resources office for additional information.
  2. Will be in good standing with the Office of Student Conduct and University Housing. Good standing is defined as not being found responsible for policy violations that would interfere with the ability to perform tasks typically assigned to student employees. Additionally, good standing means that the student employee has participated in the student conduct process if charged with any violations and completed any sanctions that may be assigned by the prescribed deadline.
  3. Will not exceed 20 hours of work per week across all student staff positions if positions are held in multiple departments, except when classes are not in session and the student employee has prior permission from the supervisor. This includes online training, staff meetings and one-on-ones.
  4. Will not exceed 6 consecutive hours of work per shift.
  5. Student employees are considered temporary employees. A temporary employee may be separated at any time for any reason without notice and either the employer or the employee can end the employment relationship. Such separation is not grievable or subject to appeal. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Employee_Categories_Classification,Compensation,_andPayroll.pdf


Physical Demands
Standard for a normal office environment.

Excellent customer service skills

May drive a University vehicle when needed to perform job tasks.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Background Investigation Policy
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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Carrie Chitwood
Recruitment Contact Email cachitwo@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-8279

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. What year student will you be for the upcoming academic year? (Example: first-year student, 2nd-year student, etc.)

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. Which residence halls have you lived in or will you live in during your time at UGA?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. Tell us about your experience with marketing/communicating a message. (250 word max)

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. Do you have any experience capturing photos? If so, what do you typically use to capture photos - DSLR, phone, etc.? (250 word max)

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. Tell us why you would make a good ambassador for University Housing. (250 word max)

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. Share some ideas you have for engaging your peers through social media. (250 word max)

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. Tell us about your experience using the following social media platforms: Instagram, IGTV, Snapchat, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest.

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • No Response
    • No
    • Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Optional Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Other Documents #1