Temporary Host and Server

Responsibilities

Hosts and Servers are needed to assist in-person student programs and special events at Williams College. Working under the supervision of the Student Involvement and Events Assistant within the Office of Campus Life, Hosts and Servers are professional staff acting as gatekeepers, monitors, and policy enforcers at events in addition to maintaining safe alcohol service. Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Assist in carrying out all aspects of the event in cooperation with the Event Planner, Office of Campus Life, and Campus Safety and Security Verify identification and perform wristbanding of attendees to indicate legal drinking age of guests. Monitor and control alcohol service and use; including preventing minors and intoxicated persons from drinking alcohol and bringing alcohol into non-alcohol events. Work with appropriate college staff to remove any guest from the event who fails to comply with Massachusetts law or College policy. Enlist the aid of Campus Safety, when necessary, to ensure compliance with Massachusetts law and College policy. Carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Event Planner and other event team members. Ensure that the event site is cleaned up and furniture is placed in its original location at the end of the event. Dispose of any unsupervised beverage cups throughout the event Qualifications TiPS Certification and Massachusetts Crowd Manager Certification are required and provided by the institution. A Williams training module must be completed annually at 70% score or better. Applicants should be enthusiastic, energetic and possess strong communication skills. Knowledge and ability to serve guests with the highest level of professional service is required. Applicants must be able to work independently, stand for prolonged periods of time, complete duties as assigned. Variable work schedules include day, evening, and weekend hours based on department needs. Employment & Application Information Temporary work is subject to the needs of the College, and as such, may change at any time. Pay rates are at $17/hour. To apply for this position, please visit https://staff-careers.williams.edu/. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at [email protected]. Review of applications will be on an on-going basis. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at [email protected]. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, “to provide the highest quality liberal arts education,” is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshires—known as a cultural corridor—are a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. The college's vibrant 450-acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. 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