Gnarls Mascot Representative (FWS)

The Office of Student Engagement oversees community building programs, and seeks a student worker to support programming for commuter students. This position reports to the Associate Director for Recreation & Commuter Engagement. The New School was founded by forward-thinking educators in 1919 to defy the intellectual constraints of a traditional college education. Reporting to the Associate Director of Recreation & Commuter Engagement, the Gnarls Mascot Representative will act as the university mascot and assist the mascot at various events throughout the academic year. In addition, it will support various other mascot related activities. RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as a student officer on the Gnarls Squad Team, attending various on and off campus events hosted through Recreation or Student Affairs Wear mascot suit and attend events as Gnarls. Support the management of the Gnarls schedule and related communications Staff events, meetings, and office hours in person. Prepare for events and support in mascot suit transportation. Process expense reports and purchases related to the Gnarls Squad events team. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated commitment to community building and teamwork Reliable, organized, and communicative Able to manage a hybrid schedule and confirm weekly changes for event staffing Must be able to work at least one weekend or evening event per month PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prior experience as a mascot/mascot handler is preferred. Prior experience working in an office or community building environment is preferred. WORK MODE Hybrid/Split - Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. #LI-DNI SALARY RANGE $20 / hour We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS * (if applicable) Questions can be emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io. Responsibilities: The Gnarls Mascot Representative will act as the university mascot and assist the mascot at various events throughout the academic year. In addition, it will support various other mascot related activities. We look forward to receiving your application! Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world. You can view our list of open positions on this site to apply, or visit our Job Opportunities page to learn more about working at The New School. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce. If you are a current New School employee interested in applying for an open position, please log in to MyDay and access the Jobs Hub through the global menu or by using the search bar. If you have questions about submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. You can also view the Guru Card for written instructions. Please note that you can review the status of your submitted job applications in the Jobs Hub on MyDay. If you are a current TNS student with a MyDay profile or have previously worked as a TNS Student Worker, please visit the MyDay Jobs Hub to access available positions. If you are unsure whether you have a MyDay profile, please have your supervisor connect with their Student HR Partner for guidance.