(Student) Team Assistant Hockey

Davenport University•Grand Rapids, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The (Student) Team Assistant Hockey acts as a general assistant to the Athletics department, performing clerical office functions related to daily operations and duties related to game management. The Athletic Assistant serves as a student team manager and works closely with the assigned team to provide team-related services. The role requires self-motivation, familiarity and competence within the athletic department, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Responsibilities are performed ethically and consistently with Davenport University’s mission, vision, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and meet standards of academic progress.
Ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems, including PC and mainframe systems.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, cooperation, and positive responses to change and conflict resolution.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, written and oral, for diverse audiences.
Ability to communicate effectively and relate well to students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
Motivational and problem-solving capabilities, with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the University’s mission.
Ability to work in a business office environment and perform the physical demands described in the posting, including prolonged sitting and standing, computer and telephone use, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Some travel between locations may be required; own transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an office setting is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Film games, record and edit video, and provide team highlights.
Track and monitor equipment distribution to players and manage equipment and inventory.
Set up and break down for games.
Generate team statistics reports for coaches.
Coordinate travel, including hotels, restaurants, game sites, and practice sites.
Handle team laundry.
Create, maintain, and update files and record-keeping systems.
Generate reports, memorandums, correspondence, presentation materials, spreadsheets, graphics, and other materials using various software programs.
Sort and distribute incoming mail and faxes.
Copy and collate documents and assemble informational packets.
Assist with special events and functions as needed.
Greet visitors and answer and route incoming calls as needed.
Schedule and confirm appointments.
Handle documents while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
Conduct special projects, research, and assignments as assigned.
Provide GREAT customer service by anticipating and exceeding customer needs.
Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.
Understand and abide by external and internal regulations and policies, including NCAA, GLIAC, and national affiliations and other role-specific regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.