Property Specialist

Property Specialist

Job no: 528392
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Food Service/Hospitality

Department: University Housing
Classification: Property Specialist 2
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $14.22 - $20.42 per hour
FTE: 1
Review of Applications Begins
Position closes November 2, 2021
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete applications must include:
1) A current resume;
2) A cover letter that demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position; and
3) As part of the application process, applicants will be asked to provide names and contact information for three professional references.
Department Summary
Living on campus adds tremendous value for students and the University. Students who live on campus their first year have higher grades, are retained at the University of Oregon at higher rates, graduate at higher rates and graduate more quickly.

University Housing, a department within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is committed to facilitating students' development as they build an inclusive community, establish a sense of home, and succeed academically. Our goal is to become the model of excellence for providing accessible, affordable, and student-centered living-learning experiences; the preferred choice for all UO students.

We value diversity and respect, integrity, equity and inclusion, learning and growth, responsibility and accountability, safety and security. University Housing staff work hard to incorporate these values into daily work and practices to ensure an excellent UO experience.

University Housing units include Business Services, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Promotions & Student Recruitment, and Residence Life. University Housing is a $68 Million educational and business department that is a self-sustaining, self-liquidating agency of the University (receives no tuition or tax support for its operating budget).
Position Summary
The Property Specialist will perform a variety of foodservice activities such as receiving, maintaining, and reordering food products and supplies; cleaning, stocking, and organizing food service areas; placing price stickers on products; and preparing and serving simple foods in a volume dining facility.

While providing this support, the position will provide excellent customer service to faculty, management staff, classified staff, vendors, and resident student customers. This position adheres to the Service Standards set by Housing Food Services and sets the example for other positions by exhibiting appropriate professional behavior creating a respectful and inclusive work environment.

The Property Specialist will also

• Prioritize work as the day progresses, to ensure food and supplies are in the proper area at the right time.
  
• Determine correct amount of products to order in coordination with manager
  
• Verify that food and equipment meet specifications upon receipt.
  
• Ensure proper storage protocols to prevent spoilage.
  
• Follow simple recipes and safe food handling practices.
  
• Recognize when a piece of equipment is not working properly and report that information to the supervisor.
  
• Exhibit appropriate respectful behavior that enhances the goal of being a multicultural organization
  
  Special Requirements:
  
• Must have, or ability to obtain, a Lane County Food Handler's card within 2 weeks of employment.
  
• Must take and be able to understand Hazard Communication Training supplied by employer.
  
• Must be able to read and write in English for purpose of reading menus, worksheets, preparing usage reports, and understanding policies, procedures, and safety information.
  Minimum Requirements
  
• Experience performing stores and inventory work;
  And
  
• Training or experience providing knowledge of inventory control systems, and transportation agencies, and shipping methods.
  Professional Competencies
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and maintain professional demeanor during rush periods.
  
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritize duties and be a self-starter.
  
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with related computer software (Microsoft Office, Outlook, shipping applications, etc.)
  
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
  Preferred Qualifications
  
• Two years' experience with food preparation and service.
  
• Experience working in a commercial foodservice facility or a degree in Culinary Arts.
  
• Experience working in a warehouse, which includes shipping and receiving.
  
• Experience labeling, stocking, and rearranging food stock/supplies.
  
• Experience with inventory control and reordering of supplies.
  
• Experience with merchandising and setting up food displays.
  FLSA Exempt: No
  
  All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
  
  This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
  
  University of Oregon students and employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/vaccine.
  
  The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
  
  The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
  
  UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
  
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  To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/528392/property-specialist
  
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