Community Operations Staff (Student Wage)
University of Virginia
Summary
The Foundry, UVA's hub for entrepreneurship and student Founder advising is seeking outgoing and articulate connectors with a passion for innovation and creative problem solving to join this year's Community Ops (CO) team. CO staff contribute to overall community support as experts in everything The Foundry has to offer. As a generalist, you will hold and share knowledge on all things Foundry with behind-the-scenes experience in day-to-day operations, events, resources, and tools. From the front desk to the back office, you'll develop a strong understanding of The Foundry's model for student support and act as a representative of the work we do.
Job description
Responsibilities
- managing the resource desk
- overseeing in-person new member intake
- managing the facility during evening hours
- maintaining equipment, supplies, and other inventory
- assisting in the installation and implementation of new facilities offerings, tools, equipment, or services
- assisting with events and workshops as needed
- documentation of events, workshops, speakers, etc. as needed
- providing tours and acting as first point of contact for members and special guests
- special projects as needed
Commitment
- Part-time
- In-person only
- 10-20 hours, between 10am to 10pm
- Some weekend work may be available
- Schedule flexibility is available to accommodate academic commitments
Qualifications
- You have a strong interest in entrepreneurship, startups, innovation, or just building things.
- You love being part of a community of like-minded people.
- You are comfortable (preferably experienced) in a customer-facing role, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- You can work independently, complete tasks, and start new ones with minimal supervision.
- Prior experience in a team work environment.
Requirements
- Current UVA student
- Prior experience in a team work environment
- Strong interest in entrepreneurship, startups, innovation, or building things
- Comfortable in a customer-facing role
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Company overview
The University of Virginia (UVA) is a prestigious public research university founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. As a leading academic institution, UVA operates a comprehensive health system and medical center that serves as a major healthcare provider for central Virginia. The university's academic medical center includes the UVA Health System, which encompasses a 700-bed hospital, outpatient clinics, and specialized care facilities. UVA is renowned for its medical research programs, particularly in areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and infectious diseases. The School of Medicine consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the United States and conducts groundbreaking biomedical research through its various institutes and centers. UVA's research enterprise spans basic science, translational research, and clinical trials, with significant contributions to medical advancements and healthcare innovation. The university's academic programs in health sciences include medicine, nursing, and public health, training the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical knowledge through cutting-edge research initiatives.