Graduate Assistant, Athletics Event Management

EXPIRED

Description

Rivier University is hiring for a Graduate Assistant to support the Office of Athletics. Under the direction of the Director of Athletics, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for administrative duties and game management operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day office duties as assigned.
• Assistant with facility management, special event operations, and game day operations.
• Development and execution of game management responsibilities for all home athletic contests.
• Work closely with both internal and external constituents, as well as Rivier University coaching staff and Rivier Athletics Department members.
• Assist in scheduling student-workers for all home athletic contests.
• Assist Department of Athletic Communications in coordinating visiting teams and referees for all home athletic contests.
• Managing student-workers assigned to sports information duties at events.
• Maintain strong working relationships with coaches and staff in the Athletic Department.

Typical Qualifications

Description

Rivier University is hiring for a Graduate Assistant to support the Office of Athletics. Under the direction of the Director of Athletics, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for administrative duties and game management operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day office duties as assigned.
• Assistant with facility management, special event operations, and game day operations.
• Development and execution of game management responsibilities for all home athletic contests.
• Work closely with both internal and external constituents, as well as Rivier University coaching staff and Rivier Athletics Department members.
• Assist in scheduling student-workers for all home athletic contests.
• Assist Department of Athletic Communications in coordinating visiting teams and referees for all home athletic contests.
• Managing student-workers assigned to sports information duties at events.
• Maintain strong working relationships with coaches and staff in the Athletic Department.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (minimum credential).
• 3.0 GPA minimum required for Graduate Admissions.
• A basic understanding of a variety of sports and the ability and willingness to learn new sports.
• Focused on the student-athlete experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required based on game coverage.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in high-pressure environments.
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and trends.

• CPR and First Aid training certifications are also preferred. Knowledge and Skills:

• Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to advocate for and support the academic, personal, and professional needs of the University.

• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff and students and maintain collegial relations.

• Flexibility and adaptability in an emerging and changing environment.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.

• Computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, reporting platforms, accounts payable and payroll systems as well as online calendaring and email (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Supplemental Information

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: 29 hours per week, academic year, Monday – Friday, Weekends as necessary

Travel:
Minimal travel required for this position. In-state travel is minimal to complete necessary day-to-day tasks. Out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences, University responsibilities, and accompanying athletic team travel.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

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