Baxter The Badger Mascot (Kcc Students Only)

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Do you have a background in dance, cheerleading, athletics or theater? Do you have a big personality and a lot of energy? Klamath Community College is seeking an outgoing and energetic individual to perform as "Baxter the Badger" for various KCC events.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Represent KCC as Baxter the Badger at various on-campus events including new student orientation, welcome week, KCC graduation, etc.

• Interact with and entertain people of all ages, including small children.

• Baxter will march in parades, attend community events such as the Klamath County and Tulelake Fair, accompany KCC staff on high school visits, and represent KCC at Third Thursday and at charitable fundraisers for the KCC Foundation. Other community events where Baxter is requested as needed.

• Maintain an animated personality with good interpersonal communication skills and creativity.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE

• Must be available to work scheduled event dates, including some evenings and weekends.

• Must be able to communicate nonverbally through gestures, body movements, etc.

• Must fit Baxter's suit comfortably.

• Must be comfortable in tight, confined spaces (not claustrophobic)

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Baxter's costume weighs over 20 lbs. and the temperature inside the costume can get hot. The person selected for this position must be physically fit and able to work in a costume for up to several hours at a time with limited vision and ventilation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter outlining why you are interested and suited for the position. Be prepared to attend an open audition.

It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require this information in an alternate format, please as a member of the Career Services Center team located in Building 4, room 415. KCCCareerCenter@klamathcc.edu.

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