Athletic Facilities & Operations - Game Day Operations Staff

High Point University; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University seeks a Game Day Operations Staff member to assist in the setup, operation, and tear down of athletic and university events at designated facilities, including Qubein Arena, Millis Center, Vert Stadium, and Williard Stadium.

The role offers hands-on experience in event management, leadership development, and strong communication skills, with a focus on reliability and teamwork during evenings and weekend schedules.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have an interest or background in athletics.
• Ability to stand for an extended period and perform manual labor, plus willingness to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare facilities for all athletic contests.
• Set-Up/Break down of all events.
• Assist with game management responsibilities
• Assisting other departments with facilities needs for events
• Liaison to visiting teams/officials
• Assisting with non-athletic campus events
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Athletics background

Stand for long periods

Manual labor

Night and weekend shifts

Job description

Job Title

Game Day Operations Staff

Department

Athletic Facilities & Operations

Supervisor

Daniel Distasio

Starting Rate of Pay

$8.00

Length of Time

Eligible for rehire on a semester basis.

Department Description

Athletic Facilities and Operations ensures that all athletic facilities are prepared and setup for all Division I athletic events and all university events held in athletic facilities. Our goal is to provide the best possible service to all 16 athletic teams, the university, and all guests that attend our events.

Job Description

The Game Operations Staff must be detailed oriented. Game Day Operations staff will assist in the setup, operation, and tear down all athletic and university events at designated athletic venues. The Game Operations Staff will gain experience and improve their leadership and communication skills.

Job Location/Hours Required

The candidate will perform most/all job duties at all athletic facilities (Qubein Arena, Millis Center, Vert Stadium, and Williard Stadium). Hours may vary depending on the job requirements and athletic event schedule; however, the total number of hours a student employee may work per week is 20 hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare facilities for all athletic contests.
• Set-Up/Break down of all events.
• Assist with game management responsibilities
• Assisting other departments with facilities needs for events
• Liaison to visiting teams/officials
• Assisting with non-athletic campus events
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Applicants should have an interest or background in athletics, ability to stand for an extended period of time, ability to perform manual labor, and ability to work nights and weekends.

Desired Skills

• Must have a minimum (2.3) overall GPA
• Strong work ethic
• Detailed oriented
• Strong communication skills

Work Hours per Game

4 to 5 hours per game, 3 to 4 games per week

University Statement

At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people.

Equality Statement

High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses.