Student Employment: Boomer the Bobcat (Mascot) - AY 26/27

Job Title Boomer the Bobcat (Mascot) Department Athletics/Game Operations Student Employment Type Non Federal Work Study & Federal Work Study Responsibilities Perform at home hockey and basketball games as part of a rotating mascot team, bringing strong energy and consistent character presence Interact with fans through photos, meet and greets, concourse visits, and in‑game engagement Entertain on the ice and on the court during breaks in play while following all safety guidelines Preferably skate confidently for on‑ice appearances and activations Participate in timeout and intermission entertainment including skits and promotional moments Represent Quinnipiac at campus events, community appearances, youth clinics, and charity functions as assigned Maintain full character integrity at all times and communicate only through movement Assist with basic cleaning and storage of the mascot costume Qualifications Experience in performance, theater, cheer, dance, or mascot work is helpful but not required Ability to perform with high energy and clear physical expression while in costume Comfortable interacting with fans of all ages in a friendly and engaging manner Ability to safely perform on the ice and on the court during breaks in play Skating ability is preferred for on‑ice appearances Comfortable working as part of a rotating mascot team with shared assignments Able to follow direction from Marketing and Fan Engagement staff Reliable, punctual, and able to work nights, weekends, and select campus or community events Capable of lifting, carrying, and performing in a full mascot costume for extended periods Hours of Position Rotating assignments shared across a mascot team Home men’s and women’s hockey games as scheduled Home men’s and women’s basketball games as scheduled Select athletics/campus events, community appearances, and partner activations Nights and weekends required throughout the athletic season Additional hours possible during playoffs or special events Required Documents for Application Resume, Cover Letter, Application and In-Person Tryout Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only: If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate’s current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most‑recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact: Advertised: July 23, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: #J-18808-Ljbffr Working at Quinnipiac University