Mountain Campus Main Office Staff

Updated: about 18 hours ago
Location: Bellvue, COLORADO
Deadline: 31 Jul 2024

Posting Details
Position Information


Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 0-40
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Bellvue, Colorado 80512
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No
Description of Work Unit
Live and work in a beautiful mountain valley for the summer and/or fall season at the Mountain Campus. Be part of a small community of staff working towards a common goal.
Nestled in a beautiful, secluded mountain valley at an elevation of 9,000 ft. (2,743m) lies Colorado State University’s 1,600-acre Mountain Campus. As a site for student learning, conferences, workshops, meetings, and retreats, the Mountain Campus offers a unique opportunity to leave the hectic pace of urban life behind and be immersed in the natural world of the Rocky Mountains. The Mountain Campus exists to serve the Colorado State University community and the surrounding region for academic field studies, educationally focused conferences and mountain research. The campus is open from Mid-May to Mid-October. Live and work in a beautiful mountain valley for the summer and/or fall season at the Mountain Campus. Be part of a small community of staff working towards a common goal. Enjoy the mountain lifestyle – hiking, fishing, mountain biking, trail running and rock climbing.
  • Typical season: Mid-May to Mid-October (Summer: Mid-May – Mid-August, Fall: Mid-August – Mid-October)
  • Located 53 miles west of Fort Collins at 9,000 feet in a remote mountain valley
  • Free housing provided by the University in shared, on-site dormitory style housing.
  • 3 meals a day provided free
  • No pets are permitted
  • No cell phone service at the Mountain Campus

Hiring will be based upon experience in related work situations, living experiences, and personal interest. We believe strongly in the “team” concept and the ability of applicants to work and live well with others in our remote setting. Individuals will be selected for an interview through a screening process. Job offers will be made in the spring for summer employment and Mid-July for fall employment. The Mountain Campus is hiring to fill about 30 collaborative positions to accomplish many tasks: dining service, custodial work, light maintenance, administrative support, challenge course facilitation, and more. All training is provided, but experience in any of these areas is preferred. See the full position descriptions on our website (https://mountaincampus.colostate.edu/about/employment/positions-available/ ) for more detail.
Search Contact Email [email protected]
Position Summary
These positions require good communication and customer service skills. Applicants must have basic computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to answer the phone, take messages, direct calls, interact with the public, and support Mountain Campus administrative staff. Positions require excellent attention to detail and the use of discretion. Office staff needs to be flexible yet able to follow set work policies and procedures and must be motivated and able to exhibit a friendly customer service attitude under stress. Office staff are expected to handle credit card payments and facilitate purchases of retail items. 
Office staff assist with Mountain Campus communications by producing the Fall Mountain Gazette, monitoring our weather reporting, and changing the daily photo display. Additionally, office staff help create a sense of community for staff by planning and hosting staff events such as our end of the season celebrations, game nights, etc. 
Select crew members will also work part-time as Challenge Course Facilitators.
Challenge Course Facilitators work with a wide variety of groups on the Challenge Course leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences. Strong interpersonal abilities, time management, problem-solving, attention to details and safety, sound decision-making and technical skills are essential for the position. Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred. The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical, and previous or comparable experience is recommended. This is not a full-time position; facilitators are assigned to a “home” crew, usually Office or Utility Crew, and work on the challenge course as needed.
Position Minimum Qualifications
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment
  • Ability to thrive in remote mountain setting with limited access to urban amenities
  • Experience working in customer service

Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Experience handling payments and knowledge of credit card machine operation
  • Flexible yet able to follow set work policies and procedures
  • Motivated
  • Ability to exhibit a friendly, customer service attitude under stress

Posting Details


Working Title Mountain Campus Main Office Staff
Posting Number 202400046T
Department Mountain Campus
Salary Range $15.50-16.00 per hour
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
  •  For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/ .
  • For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ .
Close Date 07/31/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply via our website: https://mountaincampus.colostate.edu/about/employment/
References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Administrative Support
Duty/Responsibility
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service  and interpersonal skills including the ability to have positive interactions  with internal and external associates 
  • Basic computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Phone etiquette and skills including ability to take accurate messages and direct calls
  • Support Mountain Campus administrative staff.
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category Challenge Course Facilitator
Duty/Responsibility
Challenge Course Facilitators work with a wide variety of groups on the Challenge Course leading team building initiatives, and low and high element experiences.  Required skills should include:
  • Strong interpersonal abilities
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to details and safety
  • Sound decision-making and technical skills  
  • Experience with rope systems, climbing gear, belaying, group management, and public speaking are preferred
  • The ability to work independently and cooperatively is critical, and previous or comparable experience is recommended
  • This is not a full-time position; facilitators are assigned to a “home” crew, usually Office or Utility Crew, and work on the challenge course as needed.
Percentage Of Time 40

References


Minimum References Required 2
Maximum References Required 2


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