Björklunden Staff Assistant

Description

Qualifications ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively engage all Björklunden constituents including donors, prospective students, volunteers, parents of students, etc.

to promote a positive attitude towards Björklunden and Lawrence University.

• Assist with hosting day groups, retreats, luncheons, and other scheduled events that require meal preparation, cleaning, and guest engagement.
• Perform housekeeping / kitchen / serving duties as needed.
• Be available to assist Maintenance Coordinator with general maintenance and landscaping duties.
• Program, maintain, and troubleshoot Björklunden AV equipment, internet routers, and office computers.
• Conduct lodge and chapel tours for guests and visitors.
• Assist with training, instruction, and supervision of student workers.
• Work closely with Björklunden volunteers.
• Serve as a back-up for other Björklunden team members as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS The Staff Assistant will work collaboratively with all members of the Björklunden team. Must be able to provide excellent customer service to all members of the campus community, to respond to and work with students, faculty, staff and visitors in a professional and courteous manner, and to work independently and with team members.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must understand and appreciate the value of a liberal arts education.
• Possess the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, prioritization and follow-up skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills : concise, articulate, and confident.
• Knowledge of housekeeping and kitchen duties and standards strongly preferred.
• Key attributes : self-motivated, team-oriented, reliability, collegiality, flexibility.
• Must be available for after hours, weekend, and call-in duties.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb a stepladder and use hand tools with or without reasonable accommodation.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a hospitality or customer service based industry required.
• Prior experience in the food service industry desired.
• Associates degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working with young adults preferred.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must have successful completion of criminal record check, driving record check and reference checks.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s license and ability to meet University driving standards.

Posting Detail Information Posting Number S486P Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Date Best Consideration Date Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions Summary Anticipated Number of Hours per Week 30