Athletic Event Management Assistant

UNC-Chapel Hill•Chapel Hill, NC

16d

About The Position

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS POSTING . THIS RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED". The selected candidates will assist in all facets of Division I Athletic event management, including preparation and facilitation for regular and post-season Olympic Sports events and home football and Men’s Basketball games. Additionally, candidates will be managing crowds, working with visiting teams/officials, managing scoreboards, scanning tickets, public address, and other duties as assigned, which will require providing high level of service and reliability in all areas. Candidates must be able and willing to work nights, weekends and operate effectively in inclement weather.

Requirements

Understanding of D1 Athletic policies and protocols
Ability to multitask, be proactive, calm and personable under pressure
Previous experience with event management and possess interpersonal skills
Work effectively as a team member
Possess listening and communication skills in various environments
Strong situational awareness and the ability to prioritize and stay composed under pressure
Ability to take direction, exercise critical thinking, and ability to design event related materials
Possession of emergency management skills
Familiarity with various communications devices (PA, Radio, Scoreboards)
Strong written and verbal skills and a working knowledge of various computer applications
Ability to advise and manage matters related to event operations
Effective decision-making skills
Ability to handle and adapt to high levels of stress
Must be able and willing to work nights and weekends
Must be able and willing to operate effectively in inclement weather