Athletics Game Day Assistant

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakton College in Des Plaines, IL seeks an Athletics Game Day Assistant to support coordination and execution of athletic department game day operations. The role ensures events run safely and efficiently in line with policies and goals.

The position involves training staff, scheduling, and coordinating home event management, including HUDL and Gamechanger livestreams, with evening/weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; some college preferred.
• One year of college or high school game day experience required; supervising staff experience preferred.
• Experience with game management technology and computer literacy required; HUDL, Gamechanger, scoreboard consoles, and live stating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in training, supervising, and evaluating game day staff and student employees.
• Create weekly work schedules for game day staff and student employees.
• Coordinate game management for home contests including setup and teardown of game day equipment.
• Coordinate and/or schedule filming and livestreaming of home events via Hudl and Gamechanger.
• Act as game administrator for select home athletic events.
• Assist in collecting vendor documentation for payment of officials.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Flexible hours

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college experience

Tools

HUDL

Gamechanger

Scoreboard consoles

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, assist in the coordination and execution of the Athletic Department game day operations. The Athletics Game Day Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring athletic events operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with conference, region, NJCAA and departmental policies and goals.

Location:

Des Plaines, IL

Category:

Staff

Job Type:

Part Time Staff

Posted On:

Tue Oct 13 2026

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, assist in the coordination and execution of the Athletic Department game day operations. The Athletics Game Day Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring athletic events operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with conference, region, NJCAA and departmental policies and goals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the training, supervision, and evaluation of game day staff and student employees.
• Create weekly work schedule for game day staff and student employees.
• Coordinate game management for home contests including the set-up and tear down of game day equipment.
• Coordinate and/or schedule the filming and livestreaming of home athletic events via Hudl and Gamechanger.
• Act as the game administrator for select home athletic events.
• Assist in the collection of vendor documentation for the payment of officials.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:

Administrative supervision is received from the Director of Athletics. Functional supervision is received from the Athletics & Fitness Center Operations Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised:

Functional supervision will be exercised over game day casual employees and student employees.

Job Requirements:

Education, Work Experience, and Qualifications:

• High school education or equivalent, some college preferred.
• One year of college or high school game day experience is required. Experience directing and supervising game day and/or student employees preferred.
• Experience with game management technology and computer literacy is required; experience with HUDL, Gamechanger, scoreboard consoles, and/or live stating preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours at both the Des Plaines campus and off‑site locations, including evening and weekend hours, consistent with Athletics program needs.
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently is required.
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to deliver services in an environment where there is an emphasis on customer service is required.
• Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with people of different levels of education, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences, and to exhibit a high level of respect to fellow employees and the College community at large.
• CPR and First Aid certification maintenance is required. These certifications can be obtained and maintained while employed at the college.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

Light lifting up to 50 lbs. and light carrying up to 50 lbs. Ability to reach above shoulder. Periods of time spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending and stooping. Mobility to move from building to fields on-campus and off‑campus venues. Work is performed with little or no exposure to adverse working conditions.

Additional Information:

SALARY:

$22.68 per hour

HOURS:

25 hours per week (Ability to work flexible hours at both the Des Plaines campus and off‑site locations, including evening and weekend hours, consistent with Athletics program needs)

Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have a hybrid schedule option available after 30 working days.

For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.

Equal Opportunity Employer