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. Apply By Date November 17, 2026 at 11:59pm, PST Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position No minimum education required. 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 web editing (e.g. HTML). Knowledge of keeping statistics and serving as an official scorer. Key Responsibilities 80% - Game Day Support 20% - Communications Support Department Overview The University of California, Davis sponsors 25 sports for men and women and is a member of NCAA Division I. A majority of intercollegiate sports compete in the Big West Conference.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $16.90/hr. - $16.90/hr. Salary Frequency: Hourly UC Job Title: ATH PROFL 2 BYA Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Contract Percentage of Time: 5% - Fixed Shift (Work Schedule): M - F 8:00AM - 5:00PM Location: Davis, CA. Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) Benefits Eligible: No This position is 100% remote Benefits High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees Physical Demands Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours Bending/Stooping - Never 0 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Never 0 Hours Twisting - Never 0 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours 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. Work hours outside standard 8AM-5PM schedule. Most home events that need additional help will take place on Friday-Sunday from February-May. This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. 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