Job Description

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.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• 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.

Compensation: $15.00 Hourly

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.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Optionally, though strongly encouraged, please include your LinkedIn profile link.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Current UVA student

Experience: Prior experience in a team work environment

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.