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Economics - Lecturer 100% UMass Amherst
The Department of Economics invites applications for a full-time Lecturer. Teaching responsibilities will include three (3) undergraduate classes per semester. The Department seeks applicants capable of teaching a broad and flexible course list and, in particular, Behavioral Economics and Money and Banking. This position will start on September 1, 2024, and the initial appointment will be for one year. The potential for reappointment is contingent upon funding availability and satisfactory performance. Annual salary range is commensurate with experience.
Revenue Optimization Manager (Hotel UMass) UMass Amherst
Under the direction of the Director of Hotel UMass, the Revenue Optimization Manager is responsible for maximizing revenue and profitability, managing reservations, implementing strategies and tactics to optimize pricing, product, positioning and sales performance. Additionally, it is important in creating an energetic and positive work environment that results in delivery of exceptional customer service. This position involves implementing effective pricing strategies, demand forecasting, inventory management and overseeing the reservation process. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication and collaboration with various departments, partnerships, and stakeholders.
Director Research & Engagement UMass Amherst
The Director of Research and Engagement (Art History - Slavery North) is responsible for managing all aspects of Slavery North’s fellowship program and developing strategies to increase national and international awareness of the program and the work of its fellows and researchers throughout the realms of the arts, fines arts, and academia. The Director develops and implements strategies to reach these goals through a variety of outcomes including podcasts, curation of art exhibitions, colloquiums, and media work focused on the mandate areas of Slavery North, as well as the supervision of research conducted by Slavery North’s cohorts with emphasis on art historical disciplinary perspectives.
HVAC & Refrigeration Engineer Manager UMass Amherst
The HVAC and Refrigeration Engineer Manager will undertake a multifaceted role, bearing key responsibilities geared towards ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our organization's HVAC and refrigeration systems. This pivotal role will be spearheading efforts to align our HVAC and refrigeration systems with cutting-edge technology, sustainable and environmentally conscious practices, all while upholding operational excellence, compliance with industry standards, and the implementation of cost-effective solutions. Leadership will play a vital role in bolstering our team's dedication to meeting campus requirements and optimizing the overall performance of our HVAC and refrigeration infrastructure.
Maintenance Technician II (Facilities Services) UMass Amherst
The Maintenance Technician II installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and system components, including but not limited to cooling tower, strainers, pumps, air handlers, exhaust systems, fume hoods, etc.  Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical system, applying appropriate skills and methods as necessary in the areas of HVAC maintenance and repair, pump maintenance and repair, and air compressors and their related equipment. May assist other employees in the performance of their work. Performs related work as required.
Capital Project Manager (Building Maintenance) UMass Amherst
Under the direction of the Associate Director, Alterations & Building Maintenance, the Capital Project Manager is responsible for overseeing a range of complex projects, utilizing both in-house resources and external consultants. Additionally, the role involves managing the elevator contract for the campus.
Departmental Assistant (Transportation) UMass Amherst
To provide safe, excellent, and courteous bus service to the public.
Departmental Assistant - Assistant Academic Counselor (Post Grad Internship) UMass Amherst
The Assistant Academic Counselor will be supervised by an Associate Director of Academic Success with the primary responsibility of meeting with an assigned caseload of student-athletes to develop and improve academic skills and contribute to the development and maintenance of objective-based study hall plans. Duties related to the role include, but are not limited to:
Departmental Assistant - Academic Success Assistant (Post Grad Internship) UMass Amherst
The Academic Success Assistant - Departmental Assistant will be supervised by an Academic Success staff member with the primary responsibility of meeting with an assigned caseload of student-athletes to develop and improve academic skills and contribute to the development and maintenance of objective-based study hall plans. Duties related to the role include, but are not limited to:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Computational Social Science UMass Amherst
Drs. Charlie Schweik (Dept of Environmental Conservation and School of Public Policy) and Brenda Bushouse (School of Public Policy) seek to hire a Computational Social Science postdoctoral research associate with specific interests in the study of Institutional Analysis (meaning the study of governance and rules and norms of behavior) for a two-year appointment working on an NSF-funded project in its third year (NSF 2020900). The scholar will work with an interdisciplinary team from Nonprofit and Voluntary Action Studies, Public Policy, Computer Science, Anthropology, and Communications at UMass Amherst, UC Davis, and the University of Washington.
Departmental Assistant (Line Server) UMass Amherst
Assists in the preparation of simple hot and cold foods using food service equipment and standard recipes; serves food to diners; cleans equipment, production areas, serving and dining areas in a food service operation; washes dishes, pots and pans; operates a cash register to make cash sales transactions.
Departmental Assistant (Custodial Assistant) UMass Amherst
The Custodial Assistant performs general custodial duties in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of buildings in the Auxiliary Enterprises Division.  Works as a member of a team cleaning custodial program CCAP – (Cleaning Cost Analysis Program), which includes housekeeping, cleaning, moving furniture and trash removal.  This is a temporary, unbenefited position.
Departmental Assistant (Kitchen Assistant) UMass Amherst
Performs routine manual and domestic job duties in a food service operation including cooking, cleaning and serving food. The basic purpose of this work is to perform cooking tasks and assist with cleaning and food serving work as needed.   May be required to operate a cash register to make cash sales transactions.
Departmental Assistant (Pot Washer) UMass Amherst
Performs routine manual and domestic job duties in a food service operation including pot washing, dish washing, and cleaning. Primary duties are to wash pots and pans and to assist with various other cleaning and cooking tasks as needed.
Clerk V (Office Administrator - Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
Provides executive-level support to the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and University’s MarCom group leadership team which is comprised of the various team leaders in MarCom: marketing strategy, web, creative, Constituent Relationship Management (CRM). Requires a high level of discretion, accountability, coordination, knowledge, and competence. Provides a variety of administrative support functions for the University MarCom Group. Establishes and implements operational procedures to ensure that this large and very fast-paced office runs efficiently thus enabling the team to meet campus wide marketing needs.
Head Dish Room Attendant (Berkshire Dining Commons) UMass Amherst
Directs the operation of a dish room, supervising dish room personnel and participating in manual tasks involved in cleaning tableware, utensils, equipment and work areas; provide training for new employees; performs related work as required.
Library Assistant II (Stacks Management Assistant) UMass Amherst
As Stacks Management Assistant, coordinate and supervise the retrieval and routing of patron requested materials from the W.E.B. DuBois Library’s stacks collections and the receipt, sorting, re-shelving, and distribution of returned and newly acquired materials to appropriate locations. Supervise student workers in collaboration with other members of the Stacks Management and Circulation staff. Provide public service by assisting patrons at Library public service points as needed.
Grants & Contracts Coordinator II (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
As part of the grant support team in the Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR), the Grants and Contracts Coordinator's primary focus is to provide comprehensive pre and post grant award administration.
Nutrition Aide (UMass Extension/Auburn Office - Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
Using standardized curriculum materials, teach food and nutrition topics to low income adults, youth, and/or families as part of the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) in a variety of community settings. Use standardized evaluation instruments to assess program participants’ knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors to determine educational needs and program impacts. Refer program participants to appropriate assistance programs.  Recruit program groups through collaborating community agencies and programs. Participate in staff development and training opportunities to enhance knowledge of nutrition topics and successful methods for nutrition education. This position is based in the Nutrition Education Program's Auburn, MA office.
Technical Assistant II (Electron Microscopy Core Facility Technician) UMass Amherst
The Technician II - Electron Microscopy Core Facility Technician at the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS) at UMass Amherst assists in the day-to-day operations of the Electron Microscopy Core Facility.

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