Event Staff, Athletics - Temp/Casual

Apply for Job Job ID 370772
Location Twin Cities
Job Family Supplemental Employee
Full/Part Time Part-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job Code 0001
Employee Class Civil Service
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About the Job

Gold Coats
Event staff will serve as ushers or ticket takers at home Gopher events for any of our varsity sports. Ticket takers are assigned to a specific entry gate and monitor the authenticity of every ticket used to enter a University of Minnesota Athletics Venue. Ushers are assigned to certain areas of each facility to help provide customer service for fans attending our events. They will help answer questions, provide direction, and help resolve any issues that arise over the course of an event. Ushers and ticket takers are essential to the overall game day experience for our fans.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must be able to stand for long periods of times

Must be willing to perform all job functions in the weather conditions present in an outdoor stadium as well as indoor venues

Ability to work events that take place on evenings and weekends

Willingness to work in the same location every game

Relatable hospitality, guest service, or other direct customer contact experience with heavy emphasis on providing an exceptional level of customer service and satisfaction

An energetic, positive, and self-motivated person

About the Department

No job description available
Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $15.25; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).