EOU Game Management / Operations Student Assistant

Join the Eastern Oregon University Athletics team as a Game Management / Operations Student Assistant! This role is essential for the smooth execution of athletic events and game days. As a student assistant, you will be involved in various aspects of game management, including live streaming, video operations, music, and flag presentations. You will also have opportunities to engage in social media content creation, announcing, broadcasting, office administration, and photography. This position offers flexible hours, making it ideal for students looking to gain practical experience in sports management while balancing their academic responsibilities.

Supervisors Name & Title	James Carlson, Sports Information Director
Student Job Title	EOU Game Management / Operations Student Assistant
Department	EOU Athletics
Position Funding	Federal Work Study Award accepted but not required
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	$13.70 per hour (Level 1)
Job Location	On-campus, in-person
Job Duration	Academic year, potentially including summer depending on athletic schedules and events
Type of work schedule	Flexible; primarily required during game days, evenings, and weekends. Specific hours depend on the athletic event schedules.
Estimated numbers of hours per week	Varies, approximately 10-15 hours per week depending on the season and event schedules
Experiential Learning:	As an EOU Game Management / Operations Student Assistant, you will gain hands-on experience in athletic event planning and execution. You will develop skills in live streaming, media management, and logistical coordination, essential for a career in sports management. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting, enhancing your understanding of sports operations and event management.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the Athletics Department and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to multicultural-sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as teamwork, communication, and event management, preparing you for diverse career paths.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Manage live streaming and video operations for games. – Set up and operate the game day music and flag presentations. – Prepare and manage the media table and related communications equipment. – Assist in coordinating logistics for hosting intercollegiate athletic events. – Engage with social media platforms to promote events and create engaging content if applicable. – Perform announcing or broadcasting duties if applicable. – Carry out general administrative tasks to support the athletic department.
Minimum Qualifications:	– Attending EOU and enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate credits per term (on-campus or online). – Ability to work nights and weekends. – Federal Work Study Award accepted but not required.
Preferred Qualifications:	– Prior experience in an athletic setting or a similar work environment. – Demonstrated experience working with diverse student and community populations.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills when working with colleagues, students, and the public. – Prior work in an athletic setting or similar work environment preferred but not required. – Professional work ethic and independent time management skills. – Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to respond quickly. – Flexibility and positive attitude about working in a fast-paced environment. – Detail-oriented on various tasks and projects. – Demonstrated experience working with diverse student and community populations preferred.
Required Application Material:	– Resume – Intro/Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	James Carlson, Sports Information Director : JACarlson2@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	5 days after application submission
Job Closing Date:	Rolling
First Day of Application Review:	5 days after application submission
Estimated Start Date:	5 days after application submission
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description	https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/EOU-Game-Management-Operations-Student-Assistant.pdf