Position Title: Duck Mascot
Employee Group: Temporary
Division/Department: President's Office
Status: Part-Time, Temporary (15 hours/week, 32 weeks/year)
Starting Salary: $14.56 per hour
Location: On-Site - University Center, MI
Position Summary
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion in students, faculty, and staff.
Delta College is looking for a fun and energetic Duck Mascot to join our team! The Duck Mascot will help cheer on teams, entertain students and guests, and spread school spirit at events. If you love being in the spotlight and making people smile, this job is perfect for you!
Responsibilities and Duties
- Cheer at Events: Attend sports games, school events, and community activities to energize the crowd and build school spirit.
- Engage with the Crowd: Take photos with students, families, and fans, interact with event attendees, and spread positive energy.
- Wear the Mascot Costume: Perform in full Duck costume, maintaining enthusiasm and energy throughout events.
- Follow Event Directions: Listen and respond to event coordinators' instructions to ensure smooth execution of activities.
- Be a Team Player: Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and event coordinators to enhance school spirit and community engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Outgoing Personality: Enjoy interacting with people and creating a fun atmosphere.
- Good Physical Condition: Comfortable with dancing, moving around, and standing for extended periods.
- Reliable and Punctual: Ability to arrive on time and be ready to perform.
- Comfort with Performing: Confidence performing in front of large crowds.
- Height Requirement: Must meet manufacturer standards to fit in the costume (between 5’4” and 5’9” in height).
- Flexibility: Must be available for evening and weekend events as required.
Additional Experiences Considered
- Prior experience in theater, cheerleading, dance, or related performance activities.
Application Deadline
Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete an online application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, and copies of transcripts and/or certifications and licenses.
In your cover letter, please describe how the Duck Mascot can help students and community members feel connected at Delta College.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy?
- Delta.edu
- Indeed.com
- Career Arc
- MI Works / MI Talent Bank
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Michigan HERC Website
- MLive (Grand Rapids Press, Flint Journal, Ann Arbor News, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Kalamazoo Gazette, Saginaw News, Muskegon Chronicle, Bay City Times)
- Other
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If you selected "Other" above, please tell us where you heard about this posting.
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Describe your understanding and experience in creating a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, staff, and community members.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
Optional Documents:
- Transcript 1
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Professional Certifications or Licensures
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
