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Job Description

Summary/Objective
This position may assist with scheduling event appearances and activities, coordinate details with faculty or staff, and perform all other duties assigned for this position. The successful candidate will be expected to interact and entertain the audience and perform all other duties deemed appropriate for this role. The successful candidate must be positive and outgoing, with a personable, respectful, and professional work ethic. This role represents the University as the official Mascot/Spotter, involving public exposure in competitions, in the media, and on-campus grounds. This position is highly visible in a number of communities; the University, local municipalities, Hancock County, and the State of Ohio. This position required exemplary conduct. This position requires compliance with the rules and regulations of the NCAA, the Athletic Department, the Office of Marketing and Communication, and the University of Findlay.

Essential Functions
1. Must complete required training for this position
2. Perform as mascot for on-campus and/or off-campus events, both indoors and outdoors
3. Interact with audience and attendees
4. Spotter must assist the mascot with getting into and out of the costume
5. Assist with cleaning and maintaining the costume
6. Perform all other duties deemed necessary for this position

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

1. Leadership
2. Career Management
3. Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
4. Professionalism
5. Strong Work Ethic

Supervisory Responsibility
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this role.

Work Environment
The work environment will vary depending on event location.

Physical Demands
Must be in good physical condition to wear costume and stand and walk for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
Hours and days of work will vary. This position is as-needed for campus games and events. Must be available to work weekend, evenings, and weekdays.

Travel
Some travel may be required in this position.

Required Education and Experience
1. High school diploma

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Must have a valid U.S. Drivers’ license with safe driving record.
Minimum height requirement of 5’7” and maximum height requirement of 6’1”

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)
None required for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement
The University of Findlay is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Male/Female/Disabled/Vet.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.

The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.