Athletics Communications Game Day Assistant (ATH PROFL 2 BYA)

Job Summary

 

Game-day assistants will handle a variety of responsibilities involving the following sports: football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, women’s water polo, equestrian and field hockey. At home events, individuals will serve as a PA announcer, stats inputter, stats caller, organizing live stats broadcasts, official scorekeeper (baseball/softball), writing recaps and posting content to appropriate social media channels. Coordinate game-day services for specific sports and assisting in services with others.

Assist in writing press releases and feature stories, assisting in production of both print and online publications, and compiling/maintaining statistics and records, and coordinating interview requests from outside media outlets.

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Job Summary

 

Game-day assistants will handle a variety of responsibilities involving the following sports: football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, women’s water polo, equestrian and field hockey. At home events, individuals will serve as a PA announcer, stats inputter, stats caller, organizing live stats broadcasts, official scorekeeper (baseball/softball), writing recaps and posting content to appropriate social media channels. Coordinate game-day services for specific sports and assisting in services with others.

Assist in writing press releases and feature stories, assisting in production of both print and online publications, and compiling/maintaining statistics and records, and coordinating interview requests from outside media outlets.

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Apply By Date

September 27, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Experience on Macintosh computers, although familiarity with both Mac OS and Windows is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (primarily Word and Excel).
• Strong familiarity with the most common social media platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• UC Davis graduate.
• Experience with such programs as Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Illustrated) and basic webediting (e.g. HTML).

 

Key Responsibilities 

• 80% - Game Day Support
• 20% Communications Support

 

Department Overview

The UC Davis Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) in partnership with the Associated Students, University of California, Davis (ASUCD) has established a number of new full-time staff positions that will be referred to as, ICA & ASUCD Fellowships. These positions will be available to recent UC Davis graduates who aspire to work within Intercollegiate Athletics and meet the qualifications as outlined in the following job description.

 

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $16.00/hr. 
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade: BYA
• UC Job Title: ATH PROFL 2 BYA
• Number of Positions: 6
• Appointment Type: Contract
• Percentage of Time: 5%
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible:  No
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

 

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

 

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:  https://ucnet.universityofcalifor...

 

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles 
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

 

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

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• Work hours outside standard 8AM-5PM schedule.
• Most home events that need additional help will take place on Friday-Sunday from February-May.

 

Special Requirements

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 

 

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

 

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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