Graduate Assistant - Athletics and Recreation, Athletics Operations

Posting Details

Position Information

Title

Graduate Assistant - Athletics and Recreation, Athletics Operations

Position Description

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will work 20 hours per week and receive up to 24 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 9 for fall, 9 for spring and 6 for summer.

Overview

The graduate assistant will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of home athletic events, as well as support the overall operations of the athletics department. This role ensures a positive experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators while maintaining efficient department operations.

Core Duties

Posting Details

Position Information

Title

Graduate Assistant - Athletics and Recreation, Athletics Operations

Position Description

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will work 20 hours per week and receive up to 24 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 9 for fall, 9 for spring and 6 for summer.

Overview

The graduate assistant will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of home athletic events, as well as support the overall operations of the athletics department. This role ensures a positive experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators while maintaining efficient department operations.

Core Duties

• Assist in the setup, management, and breakdown of home athletic events, including but not limited to, game-day operations, ticketing, and crowd control.
• Ensure that all athletic facilities are prepared and maintained for events, including fi eld/court setup, equipment management, and cleanliness.
• Serve as a liaison between the athletics department, coaches, athletes, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and managing student employees for various event-related tasks.
• Provide administrative support to the athletics department, including scheduling event staff , record-keeping, and reporting.
• Ensure all assigned home events comply with NCAA Division III and BSU policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications

• Admission into a BSU Graduate Program (required).
• Leadership experience as an undergraduate student.
• Academic success as an undergraduate student. 
• Ability to communicate successfully via writing and social media.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work nights and weekends required.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 25lbs with accommodation

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate

$15

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | Stu05802P | | Open Date | | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) coordinates all of BSU’s Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:
Cassie Birch
c1birch@bridgew.edu |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a Bridgewater State University graduate student accepted into a graduate degree program?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Which Graduate program have you been accepted into?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Have you held a Graduate Assistantship or Writing Fellowship in the past?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Have you ever worked on campus before?

   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Class Schedule

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