Move and Delivery Services Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: 10/19/2024
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 11/01/2024
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Support Staff
Support Staff Classification Title: Laborer 2
Division/Department: Facilities, Management and Planning
Compensation Range (commensurate with experience) Salary range 14, Steps 2-4 - $16.94-$18.16 per hour or $2,936-$3,147 monthly based on 1.0 FTE
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Renewable
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Remote Work Type: On-campus
Work Hours: M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
• To view SOU’s very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf
• Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Facilities Management and Planning (FMP) is responsible for the following: the operations and maintenance of University buildings and grounds; the planning, design and construction of new University facilities and remodels of existing buildings; utilities operations; motor pool operations; property control; equipment inventory; and delivery services.

The entire University is the recipient of services performed by FMP. The SOU campus consists of 175 acres of grounds,140 acres of which are under active use and maintenance. FMP maintains 21 major buildings comprising over 1 million square feet of building space. FMP is staffed by 45 full-time personnel and is responsible for approximately 9% of the University's budget. The Support Services Assistant provides support services to all campus departments.

This position is responsible for the delivery of freight, parcels, mail, office supplies, etc.; operating and maintaining a parcel delivery database; furniture and equipment moves; tracking and managing state surplus property; timely completion of campus delivery work requests. This position will also perform backup campus mail services duties as assigned. This position must direct/coordinate/oversee student workers, temporary employees, and interdepartmental help, as necessary, to complete these services.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of hazardous waste handling pertaining to receipt and delivery of hazardous materials. Also knowledge of hazardous waste as pertains to what can legally be sent to a landfill for disposal or what must be handled through a recycler.
• An amiable personality and good communication skills.
• A thorough understanding of campus priorities and procedures and the ability to work with little supervision.
• Valid Oregon Driver License.
• Good driving record - must qualify to drive University vehicles.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment, including computers for word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and email.
• The ability to work outdoors in inclement weather; walk, stand, or work while bending and stooping for extended periods.
• The ability and willingness to lift and carry heavy objec