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Position Title:

Yellowjacket Mascot (Campus Support III)

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Yellowjacket Mascot is responsible for scheduling and positively representing UW-Superior as Buzz at various athletic events, campus functions, and community gatherings.
 

Responsibilities

• Attend campus and community events as Buzz.

• Positively represent the university and maintain Buzz’s image.

• Promote UW-Superior school spirit and boost crowd morale.

• Be energetic and enthusiastic at all times while in costume.

• Use large gestures and movements without speaking when interacting with the public.

• Take excellent care of the costume and follow all cleaning instructions.

• Adhere to the Mascot Guidelines & Code of Conduct.

• Schedule mascot appearances for campus and community events.

• Check and respond to event requests promptly.

• Keep accurate records of all appearances.

• Collaborate with campus departments and student organizations to promote school spirit initiatives or events.

• Brainstorm and implement new ways to increase school spirit and Buzz’s presence. 

• Represent the department at campus events such as Preview Days, SOAR, and WoW.

• Support and collaborate with other Student Involvement staff on projects and programs.

• Perform other duties as needed.
   

Time Commitment & Training

• Up to 5-10 hours per week, including scheduled office hours and event hours.

• Availability may be required year-round, including breaks and summer.

• Position may be held until the individual graduates or is unable to perform duties.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department:
Student Involvement

Compensation:

12 USD per hour

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled part- or full-time UW-Superior student.

• In good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.

• Must be able to work athletic events on nights and weekends.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

• Proof of Health Insurance and a signed Release & Assumption of Risk are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior mascot experience.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to off-campus events.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline of September 12, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Contact Information:

Student Involvement, involvement@uwsuper.edu, 715-394-8444

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

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EEO Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.