Graduate Assistant - Athletics Special Events

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu03863P

Home Org Name

Event Management Expenses

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu03863P

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Home Org Name

Event Management Expenses

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Graduate Assistant - Athletics Special Events

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

Auburn Athletics

is excited to begin the search for a

Graduate Assistant

to coordinate the operations of the hospitality venues, student workers, and special events, located on and off campus!

Why should

YOU

consider student employment at Auburn University?

Gain valuable work experience!

Student employment

allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.

Build your network!

Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.

Make a difference.

Have the satisfaction of knowing

YOU

are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

Essential Functions

Organize and manage event logistics that may include but is not limited to setup, tear-down, securing vendors for rentals, entertainment, and security for Auburn athletic events.

Assists with issues related to the hospitality venues, with a special focus on customer relations, communications and problem solving.

Coordinates the support activities (catering and cleaning) of the hospitality venues in Auburn athletic facilities on game days and for special events.

Oversees student worker schedules for game days and special events.

Assists with leading, overseeing, and completing payroll.

Assists with creating invoices for events held at Auburn athletic facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Admitted to a graduate degree-seeking or certificate program. 

Registered for at least one course during each academic term of the assistantship.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a collegiate athletics events is strongly preferred.

Pay Rate

$1,235.00/month

Work Hours

86.67/month

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Date | 10/03/2024 | | Closing Date | | | EEO Statement |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their websiteto learn more. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently an enrolled Graduate Student at Auburn University or will be during the semester of assistantship?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Student Participation in Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan and Associated Taxable Benefit Implications: By answering yes below, I acknowledge my understanding that being a Graduate Assistant(GA) enrolls me in the Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan (26 U.S. Code § 127) (Plan). As such, if my assistantship work activities are aligned with my overall education program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will not be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits received exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year. However, should my assistantship work activities NOT be aligned with my overall educational program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year.

   • Yes
   • No

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