Staff Assistant for Student Unions Operations
Position Information
Position Title: Staff Assistant for Student Unions Operations
Department: Student Unions
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57856
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The
Division of Student Life invites applications for the
Staff Assistant for Student Unions Operations within the Student Union. In this role, you will work closely with University Facilities, Campus Dining and Shops, divisional staff and the departments student assistants to ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained, functioning appropriately, safe and attractive to tenants, customers and guests.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Logistics & Operations, your responsibilities include:
- Provide mentoring and leadership to student staff to include hiring, payroll, scheduling, deliver training, mentoring, and assigning responsibilities. You will ensure that staff follow the handbook for student employment.
- Utilize data from the departments EMS Scheduling System (7PointOps) to manage the setting up and breaking down of reservable spaces
- Maintain an accurate inventory of all AV/sound equipment and train student staff on proper usage and troubleshooting of equipment.
- Organize and oversee the proper storage of equipment; ensure event spaces are properly equipped and accessible for all users.
- Manage operations of the activity spaces within the Student Union to ensure they are well-maintained and meet students needs.
- Assist with identifying, addressing and resolving any issues related to building maintenance.
- Ensure student staff is trained to react to emergencies appropriately.
The successful candidate will work to build trusted relationships and be visible, accessible, and approachable.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the universitys goals of inclusive excellence.
About Student UnionsThe University at Buffalos
Student Unions are an essential part of student life on campus. We create a welcoming, fun, and relaxing social heart of our campus. We provide a safe space for every member of the campus community to build pride and character, create life-long memories, and share ideas. We deliver innovative, student-focused, and sustainable services to meet and exceed student needs.
Outstanding Benefits
Working at UB offers world-class benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards such as health and retirement plans, training opportunities and access to recreational resources. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. We focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal life, and academic pursuits to support work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our
benefit packages.
About The University at BuffaloThe University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or bachelors degree
- Progressive experience working with students.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and tasks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary Range
$51,261
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Steve Green
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Assistant Director, Logistics & Operations
Contact's Email: sjgreen@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2055
Posting Dates
Posted: 07/03/2025
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 08/28/2025
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