Upper School Basketball Game Day Staffer - University Preparatory Academy : Job Details

Job DetailsJob LocationUniversity Prep - Seattle, WAPosition TypePart-Time Temporary Hourly Non-ExemptEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageSome Local Travel May Be RequiredJob CategoryEducationDescriptionReports to: Associate Director of Athletics FT/PT/R/T: Part-Time Temporary When Needed: Winter 2024-2025, season runs November 4 to February 14University Prep (UPrep) is seeking an Upper School Basketball Game Day Staffer. We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. We need a someone who thrives on working independently as well as part of a team. If that sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.Who We Are:UPrep is a 6-12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country's most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are embodied in all facets of our school culture. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student's potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world. Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, works with closely with the Assistant Director of Athletics and the Director of Athletics to help promote, set up, and manage Upper School Basketball games. Candidates for this position must be able to work one to three evenings a week, including some Saturdays, during the Basketball Season which runs from November 4 to February 14. Work hours range from 2:30pm to 7:00pm.Specific Responsibilities:

• Provides customer service, direct leadership, and general supervision of Upper School Basketball games
• Assists athletic staff with game day set-up
• Provides Scorekeeping and Clock operation for Upper School Basketball games in the Pumadome, the school gym
• Works closely with athletic staff to create game day media materials
• Assists Athletic Department with creating monthly publications
• Maintains and operates the proper use of equipment and supplies
• Enforces facility and equipment rules
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school's documents
• Since safety and security are everyone's responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequired Education, Training and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be dependable
• General knowledge of basketball league rules and equipment
• Ability to operate scorebook or scorebook at Upper School games
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
• Sense of humor, energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
• Ability to use hands and fingers to use game day equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in any weather
• Some local travel may be required

Compensation and Benefits:Pay rate of $25.00 per hour and eligible for statutory benefits only. To apply, please complete our online employment application.Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep. Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.University Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, caste, national or ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, disability, use of a trained service animal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.www.universityprep.org