Athletics Game Technician

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Athletics Game Technician to perform technical duties at various sporting events. Responsibilities include operating game clock and scoreboard systems, timekeeping, and serving as a public address announcer.

The position requires knowledge of sports rules and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Background checks are mandatory for successful candidates, and the work environment is smoke-free.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate game clock, shot clock, and scoreboard systems during athletic competitions.
• Manage accurate timekeeping in accordance with sport-specific rules.
• Serve as public address announcer for athletic events.

Skills

Basic knowledge of rules and scoring for applicable sports

Ability to learn and operate scoreboard systems

Job description

Job Title

Athletics Game Technician

Department

Sport and Facility Support JM

Worker Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Period Activity Pay

Benefit Eligible

No

Job Description Summary

The Athletics Game Technician performs technical duties at various sporting events, ensuring smooth operations and an exceptional experience for athletes, fans, and staff. This position is responsible for managing scorekeeping, timekeeping, game clock operations, and public address announcing during live athletic events.

Essential Duties

• Operate game clock, shot clock, and scoreboard systems during athletic competitions
• Manage accurate timekeeping in accordance with sport‑specific rules and regulations
• Maintain and update scoreboard information including scores, fouls, timeouts, and other game data
• Serve as public address announcer, delivering starting lineups, in‑game announcements, sponsor messages, and presentations
• Coordinate with game officials, coaches, and event staff to ensure accurate information broadcasting

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of rules and scoring for applicable sports
• Must be available to work hours that vary based on the athletic event schedule and typically include evenings, weekends, and some holidays
• Ability to learn and operate scoreboard systems, timing equipment, and audio equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience performing technical duties at various sporting events

Required Application Documents

Resume

Additional Position Information

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke‑and tobacco‑free campuses.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.