Employment

Posting Dates: Friday, March 10, 2017 to Saturday, September 30, 2017

Number of Positions: 1

Hourly Rate: $15/hr

Duration: August 2017 - March 2018

Job Description:

The last time you were at a sporting event did you spot the mascot out of the corner of your eye and wonder just how much fun they were having? Now you can find out! The Gee-Gees are searching for an enthusiastic, dependable, organized, outgoing and motivated individual to provide top quality fun and entertainment as the team’s mascot.

As the mascot you will:

• attend Gee-Gees games and other special events
• provide entertainment and interact with fans to create positive school spirit
• distribute promotional items designed to increase school spirit and attendance at games and events
• maintain confidentiality
• represent the University of Ottawa in a positive way
• assist with event set-up and tear-down as required
• have fun!

* Please note that the Gee-Gees mascot will be making appearances on campus weekdays, evenings and would mostly work weekends, so you will need to have a flexible schedule.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated independence, strong interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Outgoing personality with a willingness and desire to have fun
• Motivated individual with a desire to gain experience in enhancing school spirit
• Experience in dance, theatre or tumbling is an asset
• Comfortable with bringing a character to life and making larger than life movements
• Ability to communicate non-verbally and create spontaneous crowd interaction
• Athletic and physically fit, able to stand for long periods of time

Send resume to:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jolianne.Chatelain@uOttawa.ca for consideration.

We will only contact candidates selected for further consideration.