Guest Services Day Shift Supervisor

Responsible for campus event set-ups and take-downs, building maintenance, security and supervising part-time employees working the day shift within the Gardner Student Center (typically 6:30 AM - 3:30PM). This position works in tandem with the Guest Services Evening Supervisor on event coordination.

• Coordinate scheduling of building regularly to assure the set-up and take-down of events occurs in a timely manner.

• Coordinate day set-ups and take-downs within Guest Services, which includes chair/table/room, setup, audio-visual needs, etc.

• Coordinate with the student council and clubs to meet the needs of various student activities in the Gardner Center and on-campus.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with university students, staff, and the public.

• Responsible for keeping up with current audio-visual technology.

• Responsible for maintenance and repair of all Gardner Center equipment.

• Supervise, train, hire, and help schedule all day shift part-time employees hired to meet the needs of the Guest Services area.

• Responsible for building security and opening procedures.

• Fill out daily reports, which include maintenance needs, customer counts, and incident reports.

• Work with Student Government, Dining Services, and the Campus Store for building maintenance, as needed.  Work with Event Services and other departments on campus for event needs.

• Work early morning hours or weekends, as needed to accommodate scheduled events.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/equivalent GED required.

• At least one (1) year related experience in Guest Services, Event Services, Facilities Management, etc. required.

• Good supervisory skills, with the ability to work with student employees.

• Knowledge and experience in student centers, bookstores and food services preferred.

• Knowledge of custodial services, including equipment and procedures.

• Service oriented: able to work with a variety of people and situations.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to exercise important human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with college students, employees, and the public.

• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

• Ability to raise or lower an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) of over 50 lbs. A lift test will be required if offered employment.

• Ability to perform strenuous walking, standing and climbing.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and forklift.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying climate conditions.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time non-exempt staff (overtime-eligible) position. Annual salary of $36,000+ depending on qualifications and experience. Desired start date of August 2024. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins July 8, 2024. Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520. 

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.

• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Jennifer Larimore - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.