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Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Children International
Department's Website:
www.ualr.edu/children
Summary of Job Duties:
The Camp Site Assistant is responsible for supporting the overall running and operation of the camp. The position starts May 20, 2024 and ends July 25, 2024. The Site Assistant must be available to work 20 hours to prepare for the camp, up to 28 hours per week within the hours of operation during the camp, 20 hours of pre-camp training the week before camp, and up to 20 hours after the camp to wrap up the operation. The exact schedule, including pre-camp preparation and training time and wrap-up time after the camp, will be discussed and established upon hire.
The Site Assistant reports to CI Program Coordinators. This is in a temporary grant-funded stipend position and will not be eligible for benefits. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma plus two years of college-level coursework in Education or another youth-related field of study;
- Experience working with programs for elementary and/or middle school-age children in an after-school or summer program and working as a team leader in a formal job or volunteer setting.
Job Duties and/or Responsibilities:
Provide daily supervision of daily program activities involving students, staff, and volunteers per schedule;
Facilitate administrative processes and perform duties such as daily attendance, break, lunch, and snack distribution, and check-in/out process;
Support to maintain a positive behavior management system, implement incentives, disciplines, and dismissal;
Support and organize field trips, parent orientations, and other special events;
Create and maintain up-to-date and accurate program records – registration, attendance, absences, awards, behaviors, etc;
Work closely with CI Program Coordinator to coordinate program planning, update records, follow up absences, and prepare supplies and logistics for upcoming activities;
Uphold the high-quality standards set for the Summer Program by the state and Children International;
Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent coordination, attention to details, and teamwork skills;
Proven ability to manage recordkeeping, data entry, and timely reporting;
Demonstrated professionalism in communication with co-workers, students, and parents;
Knowledge of and/or experience with summer camps for youth;
Energetic and passionate about being a role model for all children and youth;
Ability to plan for executing seamless daily operations per established camp schedule and protocols;
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and problem solve;
Spanish helpful;
Must be available onsite on program days Monday-Friday;
Must provide own transportation to site;
Must be able to pass a background check.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$3,200 stipend
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Faith McMath, Senior Program Manager, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Kneeling, Lifting
Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching
Benefits Eligible:
No