UAF Mascot - NOOK Student Assistant

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking a NOOK mascot for campus events and games. The role requires a student who is outgoing, energetic, and comfortable performing in front of large crowds, engaging with diverse audiences, and moving actively in a mascot costume.

Applicants must be currently enrolled at UAF with at least six credits and a minimum 2.0 GPA. This is a part-time, student assistant position with a starting rate of $16.20/hr.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student at University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF).
• Be enthusiastic, outgoing, and able to project high energy and spirit.
• Comfortable performing in front of large crowds and engaging with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform as NOOK at campus events, games, and promotional activities.
• Interact with audiences, communicate non-verbally, and convey excitement.
• Maintain stamina to wear mascot costume and perform physical movements.

Skills

Enthusiastic energy

Public performance

Interpersonal skills

Punctual reliability

Team player

Non-verbal communication

Education

Currently enrolled at UAF (six credit hours)

GPA 2.0 or higher

Job description

We’re hiring for NOOK, UAF’s mascot. This position requires an outgoing, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual who is comfortable performing in front of large crowds and interacting with diverse audiences. NOOK will contribute to enhancing the overall atmosphere of campus events, sports games, and other promotional activities.

• Currently enrolled as a student at UAF
• Enthusiastic, outgoing, and able to project high energy and spirit.
• Comfortable performing in front of large audiences and interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Physical stamina and agility to wear the mascot costume and perform physical movements.
• Reliable and punctual, with the ability to commit to the demanding schedule of events.
• Excellent non-verbal communication skills to convey emotions and engage with the audience.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience in performing, entertaining, or mascot work is a plus but not required.

Any combination of education and experience which clearly demonstrates the skills and abilities necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the job (see knowledge, skills, and abilities required above.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be enrolled at UAF with a minimum of six credit hours in the current semester of employment; or
• Have been enrolled the preceding semester for six or more credit hours and demonstrate plans to enroll for six or more credit hours in the next semester for employment between semesters; and
• Have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA, or a newly enrolled student.

Position Details:

This recruitment is open to undergraduate students only.

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks.This is a part-time, student assistant position, starting rate of $16.20/hr.

This is a pooled position, and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah Randazzo, Signers' Business Office HR Coordinator, at [e-mail].

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [e-mail].

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report whichcontains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA:(Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension)Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or [e-mail]/907-786-1214 or [e-mail].

UAF:(Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus)Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or [e-mail].

UAS:(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus)Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or [e-mail].