GA Pre-Professional - Athletics - Events & Game Operations- SUMMER 2026-SPRING 2027

Illinois State•Normal, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois State University, a NCAA Division I institution and member of the Missouri Valley Conference, invites applications for the position of Graduate Assistant for Game Operations within the department of Athletics. This is a pre-professional, 12-month position that includes a tuition waiver and a stipend. The successful applicant must meet the admission requirements for Illinois State's Graduate School. As part of the responsibilities, the individual will follow the regulations and guidelines of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Missouri Valley Conference or the Missouri Valley Football conference, the Athletics Department, and Illinois State University. This 12-month appointment will consist of a 2-month summer hourly student position and a 10-month GA appointment from August to May.

Requirements

Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook which can be found at http://hr.illinoisstate.edu/downloads/GA_Handbook.pdf
Must be a degree-seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in MBA, Recreation Administration, or Sport Management.

Nice To Haves

Attention to detail
Ability to follow through and complete tasks/projects in a timely manner
Communication skills, concentration on customer service

Responsibilities

Communicate with coaches and internal department to plan and execute game day operations
Coordinate with visiting teams and game officials pre-event and greet upon arrival to site
Ensure facilities are properly set-up and prepared for each athletic contest
Assist in operations of Illinois High School Association Championships & Conference Championships
Sport specific game duties
Crowd control, trouble-shooting during events
Assist in managing student staff of up to 50 people
Other duties as assigned.