Athletic Event Staff
Oakland University Athletics has a need for athletic event staff team members to assist with and perform duties needed for the execution of athletic contests, internal and external events. Work may be intermittent throughout the year based on the schedule of events and staffing needs.
Ability To:
· Work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other event staff
· Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, extended (long) work days and extended numbers of days in a row
Job Functions:
· Provide daily operational support for the Athletics Facility and Event staff
· Perform event set ups and breakdowns
· Potentially serve in various support rolls for athletic contests/rental groups – scoreboard operator, usher, ticket taker, ball person, building manager, soft security, parking attendant, concessions, etc.
· The essential functions of this position are performed indoors and outdoors in the weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environments can range from minimal to loud during events depending on the employee’s location, and is minimal during non-event times.
This person must be highly motivated, have great communication skills, people-person, dependable and exhibit great customer service skills. This position requires long periods of standing. An athletic background is preferred, but not required.
About Oakland University
Oakland University is recognized as a student-centered, doctoral research institution with a global perspective. We engage more than 20,500 graduate and undergraduate students in distinctive educational experiences that connect to the unique and diverse opportunities within and beyond our region. Oakland provides a distinct educational experience with flexible class schedules and state-of-the-art facilities, student services, classroom technologies, research labs, internships and research opportunities with corporate partners. Located in the heart of Oakland County's Automation Alley, the university has forged hundreds of partnerships with hospitals, Fortune 500 companies, cities, government agencies and educational institutions.