Student Worker - Athletics

Student Worker Opportunities in Athletics-SW

The OWU Athletics Department is looking to hire student workers to assist in supporting the daily operations, events, and activities within the department. This position provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while contributing to the success of our athletic programs.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

Game Management:

Assist with various gameday operational positions at home athletic events. Positions include game presentation roles (music, video board, scoreboard, PA, etc.), implementing in-game promotions, sideline ball helpers, setup and teardown of events, as well as other duties as needed.

SQ/Morrill Fitness Center:

This position serves as the primary customer service representative for the Simpson-Querrey Fitness Center and/or Morrill Strength & Conditioning Room and is responsible for:

1. Greeting and welcoming members/guests with a smile and friendly attitude.
2. Upholding, enforcing and clearly communicating rules and regulations of fitness center.
3. Performing duties at desks; including, but not limited to checking IDs to ensure proper patron access to facility, rental of recreational equipment, and maintaining user counts.
4. Monitoring, organizing and cleaning the fitness center (including workspace); maintaining a presentable environment for users.
5. Performing laundry of towels, as well as re-filling equipment cleaning bottles.
6. Attending any required meetings or training sessions.
7. Regular attendance of assigned shifts.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assist with game-day operations, including setup and teardown of equipment, ticketing, concessions, and crowd management.
• Greet and assist guests, athletes, and staff, providing information and addressing inquiries professionally.
• Help maintain athletic facilities, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and readiness for practices, games, and events.
• Organize and distribute athletic gear, maintain inventory, and assist in equipment upkeep.
• Support the promotion of athletic events through social media, flyer distribution, and event signage.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisors to support the department's operations.
• Any previous experience working athletic events is preferred, but not required.
• Must be dependable, and be able to work nights and weekends.
• Comfortable standing, walking, and performing physical tasks for extended periods.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Note: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Commitment: 15-20 hours per week

Term: Fall 26 & Spring 27, part-time position