Athletics Game Operations Assistant

The California State University; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The California State University seeks a temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant in the Athletics department. The position runs from August 17, 2026 to May 31, 2027, with potential reappointment based on budget and performance.

You will assist with game day operations, including setup, ticketing, PA announcements, scoreboard control, music, seating, and crowd management, along with event setup and cleanup. This role requires reliable attendance for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must be registered in at least six Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate graduate students must be registered in at least four Fall/Spring units.
• Temporary hourly-intermittent student position in Athletics.

Responsibilities

• Pregame setup and post-game cleanup.
• Handle game ticketing operations.
• Serve as the public address (P.A.) announcer during games.
• Operate the digital scoreboard during games.
• Play approved music during events.
• Assist with seating and crowd management.
• Mop the court to maintain player safety.
• Oversee ball management duties on game days.
• Run the outfield scoreboard during baseball games.
• Assist with setup and cleanup for special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Work independently

Multitasking

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Position Summary

Temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position available in Athletics.

Start Date

Position available on or after August 17, 2026 and ending on or before May 31, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.

Job Duties

• Responsible for pregame setup and post‑game cleanup.
• Handle game ticketing operations.
• Serve as the public address (P.A.) announcer during games.
• Operate the digital scoreboard throughout the game.
• Play approved music during game events.
• Assist with seating and manage the crowd as an usher.
• Mop the court during indoor games to maintain player safety.
• Oversee ball management duties on game days.
• Run the outfield scoreboard during baseball games.
• Assist with setup and cleanup for special events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates the ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrates the ability to multitask.
• Demonstrates the ability to work some evenings and weekends.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
• Post‑baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.

Salary

$16.90 per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.