On-call General Athletics Temporary Assistant

Union College•Schenectady, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The On-call General Athletics Temporary Assistant supports athletic event operations, facility management, game day administration, parking operations, and rental supervision. The role helps provide a positive experience for student-athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, and facility renters during athletic contests and special events. This is a temporary, part-time position with varied work days and shift times based on business needs, approximately 10 hours per week, and weeks per year that vary based on business needs. The position is non-exempt and is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship. The hourly rate is $20.00. The hiring rate may be set based on factors such as departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The position is based in Schenectady, New York, and works primarily in athletic venues and outdoor environments. It involves extended standing and walking, varying weather conditions, and large public events. The position requires the ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and may require evening, weekend, and holiday work according to the athletics event schedule. Finalists will undergo a background check covering education, employment, and criminal convictions. Union College participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Interest in athletics, event management, sports administration, coaching, or facility operations.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics event schedule.
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Comfort working in varying weather conditions and during large public events.

Nice To Haves

College coursework or degree preferred.
Previous experience in athletics, event operations, facility management, customer service, or parking operations.
Familiarity with collegiate athletics and event environments.

Responsibilities

Assist with game day operations for varsity athletic contests, including setup, event support, and breakdown.
Support parking operations during athletic events by managing traffic flow, directing guests, and maintaining safe access to facilities.
Conduct facility opening and closing procedures as assigned.
Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tables, chairs, signage, barricades, tents, and athletic equipment.
Provide customer service and guidance to visiting teams, officials, spectators, and campus guests.
Serve as on-site support during external facility rentals and ensure compliance with facility policies and rental agreements.
Monitor facilities during events and report maintenance, safety, or security concerns to supervisory staff.
Assist with equipment transportation and storage.
Support special events hosted by the Athletics Department and external organizations.
Perform other operational and administrative duties as assigned.