Athletic Game Day Operations/Administrative Staff

Saginaw Valley State University•Lexington, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU), an NCAA Division II institution and member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC), is seeking qualified candidates to join the Athletic Game Day Operations/Administrative Staff. This position supports the Assistant Athletic Director of Facilities & Events in the planning, coordination, and execution of home athletic contests and special events for the University’s 21 Division II varsity athletic programs. The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering safe, organized, and positive game-day experiences for student-athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators.

Requirements

Two years of related work experience, preferably in athletics, athletic event operations or sport management.
Valid Michigan driver's license may be required for some events.
Ability to work evenings and weekends; schedules vary based on the home competition schedule.
Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment.
The university does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future for this job classification.
Since SVSU does not participate in E-Verify, candidates for employment are not eligible for STEM OPT extensions.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with supervisors and peers to enforce venue policies while maintaining a positive, guest-friendly atmosphere.
Serve as a point of contact for guest service and be able to greet, welcome, and help guide guests, opposing team personnel, and officials through our athletic facilities.
Collaborate with multiple campus departments and event staff to coordinate and execute varsity athletic contests and special events.
When challenges arise, be solution-oriented and work with our guests to ensure that they are having a positive experience.
Use confidence and positivity to make sure confrontation does not become conflict when assisting guests.
Work with tools and equipment to set up and tear down events in a safe and timely manner.
Operate athletic event equipment before, during, and after contests. Equipment may include, but is not limited to, radios, golf carts, ticket scanners, sound systems, scoreboards, etc.
Read, understand, and ask follow-up questions pertaining to pre-event information sheets and pre-event operational meetings.
Understand event logistics, assigned responsibilities, and how individual roles contribute to the successful execution of each event.
Assist with reporting accidents and incidents that arise within the athletic facilities during a contest/event.
Communicate availability and non-availability via email within established timelines.
Perform a variety of game day operation-type roles, including but not limited to: Ushers/Door Supervisors, Ticket Seller/Scanners, Shuttle Drivers, Swim Meet Timers, Announcer Spotters, Music Operators, etc.
Perform a variety of game day administrative-type roles, including but not limited to: Scoreboard Operator, Play Clock Operator, Game Clock Operator, Chain Crew, Public Address Announcer, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.