Residence Life and Housing / Athletics Event and Operations �ۿ۴�ý Assistant

Position Description

The �ۿ۴�ý Assistant for Game Operations & Residential Support is a shared-role position designed to support the operational and event management needs of the Department of Athletics while providing on-call support for the Residence Life and Housing professional staff. This two-year appointment offers a unique opportunity for graduate students seeking experience in athletic event operations, facility management, and student life administration. The �ۿ۴�ý Assistant will primarily complete responsibilities related to athletic event management, game operations, and departmental logistics while participating in a rotating on-call schedule to assist Residence Life during evenings and weekends as needed. Due to the year-round operational needs of Athletics and Residence Life, the �ۿ۴�ý Assistant is expected to maintain availability during university break periods, including January intersession and spring break, when athletic competitions, campus events, and residential operations remain active.

Primary Responsibilities

Game Operations / Event Management (Primary Role) (Approx. 18 Hours/Week)

Under the supervision of the Athletic Event Management Staff, responsibilities include:

Assisting with the planning, setup, execution, and breakdown of home athletic events and special events.
Coordinating game-day logistics, including staffing, scheduling, facility preparation, and operational timelines, including weekly meetings.
Serving as an event manager or game operations representative for assigned home contests
Assisting with student worker supervision, training, and scheduling
Coordinating with officials, visiting teams, athletic trainers, facilities staff, and campus partners during events
Managing game-day equipment, signage, crowd flow, and venue presentation
Supporting live streaming and table operations as needed
Assisting with championship hosting responsibilities and special departmental initiatives
Supporting facility operations and assisting with game-day troubleshooting and event management needs
Assisting with inventory management and operational preparation for athletic facilities and equipment
Maintaining availability during academic break periods, including intersession and spring break, to assist with athletic events and departmental operational needs

Residence Life & Housing Support (Secondary Role) (Approx. - 1-2 Hours/week)

In coordination with Residence Life and Housing leadership, responsibilities include:

Serving as an on-call professional staff member on a rotating evening and weekend schedule
Providing emergency response in collaboration with Residence Life staff for seven residential communities
Completing incident documentation and required reports
Assisting with emergency response and student support as needed
Participating in required training related to crisis response, student conduct, and university policies
Office Hours at dedicated times, as discussed with the Director of Residence Life
Participates in Residence Life Trainings in August
Will attend bi-weekly Residence Life & Housing Staff meetings by request.

This role is intended to supplement Residence Life operations and does not replace the responsibilities of full-time Residence Life professionals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and enrollment in a graduate program during the appointment period required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities across departments
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work evening and weekend hours, including on-call responsibilities
Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive matters

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in athletic event management, athletic communications, and facility operations
Familiarity with the setup and take-down of athletic facilities and gameday needs
Experience in residence life, student affairs, or student support roles
Interest in a career in athletics administration, student affairs, or higher education

Salary and Benefits

Up to two-year appointment
$5,000.00 Annual stipend
12-credits of graduate tuition provided per academic year enrolled
University-provided furnished apartment for the duration of the appointment
Professional development and training opportunities across Athletics and Student Life
Hands-on experience in a collaborative, cross-functional campus role

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following materials to jegan@rwu.edu:

A current résumé
A cover letter outlining interest in the position and relevant qualifications
A list of three (3) professional references, including name, title, organization, email address, and phone number

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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