Temple University
Role Inventory Form
Position Specifications
Job Class:
Role Inventory Title:
Family:
SS
Level:
SS2
Department Title:
Salary Grade:
School/College/Department:
BU:
Sub Department:
FLSA:
Reports To:
Prepared By:
Reviewed By:
Date: July 1, 2016
Family Definition
Student and Recreational Definition: The members of Student and Recreational Services draw upon knowledge of athletics, recreation,
entertainment services, and various professional fields (enrollment, student affairs, advising, financial aid, admissions, career development) that
support students, the community, and/or the University. Typically positions in this role draw upon their:
Knowledge of: applicable regulations, University policies and procedures, business principles, learned practices and/or principles of applicable
disciplines.
Skills and abilities related to: interpersonal skills with diverse populations, communication (verbal and written), mentoring, leadership,
management of resources, training, supervision, problem solving, negotiation/mediation, counseling, planning, computer skills, decision making,
data analysis, customer service, auditing and oversight functions
in order to:
Represent the University to outside constituents (including but not limited to alumni, parents, donors, students, outside vendors,
applicants, other units in the University, the media, policy makers, local and federal government, accrediting bodies, the courts, other
educational institutions)
Plan and coordinate activities, events, programs, to enhance quality of student life and support University recruitment and retention
Represent and advocate for the interest of students
Foster student compliance with internal and external policies, regulations, and mandates
Promote student learning, leadership development, and experience in student services/co-curricular activities in support of the
University’s broader educational mission
Advise students in the development of an individual educational plan, which encompasses academic, financial, career, athletic, and other
aspects of the college experience, to support the successful completion of a degree program
Profile Elements of Position
Functional Contribution and Research
Performance of Duties/
Project Responsibilities
Performs assigned functional duties some of which are moderately complex subject to supervision of progress and
results. Assists with the completion of projects; responsible for outcomes of small projects, within time and
budgetary constraints.
Results impact project/workgroup.
Supervises others as required.
Knows and applies the practices and procedures of a particular field of specialization.
Procedures, processes,
and standards
Works within general guidelines, practices and standards.
Develops new or improvements to processes for own work and the workgroup; provides feedback to workgroup on
project results/outcomes.
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Profile Elements of Position
Strategy
Contributes ideas and input to the workgroup goals.
Relationships, Service & Community
Internal
Maintains working rapport with internal customers in order to exchange work-related information and to clarify
needs.
External
Maintains working rapport with contacts in order to exchange work-related information and to clarify needs.
Functional Team
Members
Maintains and nurtures working relationships in order to share information and knowledge with team members.
Problem Solving & Innovation
Scope of Issues
Deals with variations in conditions or operating procedure.
Refers issues, including recommended approach, outside of established policies to higher levels.
Problem Resolution/
Resources Available
Assesses a problem and selects an appropriate course of action consistent with general policies and learned concepts;
requires some independent judgment
Relies on assistance from supervisor, and other experts within the workgroup as required.
Creativity and Innovation
Suggests creative and innovative recommendations to improve work processes and resolve problems.
Decision Making Impact
Context of Decisions
Makes moderately complex decisions within policies and procedures and informs others; decisions impact
workgroup.
Financial
Assists with record keeping and implementation of applicable financial policies and practices within the workgroup.
People
Provides input into HR related issues of the workgroup.
Leadership and Training
Professional Development Demonstrates work processes to others.
and Training
May informally mentor others.
Technical Leadership
Contributes technical expertise to individuals, the workgroup or project.
Team Morale/
Role Model
Demonstrates and encourages professional standards and organizational values.
Supports and understands workgroup/subunit goals.
Key Departmental Functions
(capsule statement and basic task list from dept and prior version descriptions)
Profiling Related Dimensions
A. Supervision:
May supervise other employees. May provide direction to student workers.
B. Operating Budget range,
if Applicable:
C. Typical Education &
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree and two or more years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of
education and experience may be considered.
D. Typical Equipment Used:
E. Environmental
Conditions:
No adverse conditions
F. Expected Physical
Ability to speak clearly.
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Profiling Related Dimensions
Requirements:
Ability to see clearly with corrective lens.
Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel.
Ability to reach with hands and arms.
Ability to work a computer for an extended period of time.
Ability to manipulate and assemble files.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to work nights/weekends/early mornings.
Ability to work overtime.
G. Other Pertinent
Dimensions:
Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically
mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.
University Compensation (JobClass Title Family Level)
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