Athletics Lead Facilities Assistant

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is looking for a Lead Facilities Assistant to support the management of athletic facilities at VCU. This hourly role involves event management, preparation, and compliance oversight, requiring flexibility and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, and willing to work in varying conditions, contributing to a dynamic environment within NCAA Division I athletics.

Qualifications

• Interest in athletics, facilities, or event management.
• Reliability, punctuality, and good communication skills.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily and game-day management for athletic competitions.
• Secure athletic facilities and assist with event setups.
• Conduct facility walk-throughs and monitor maintenance projects.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

VCU Athletics is seeking an hourly lead facilities assistant.

Position Responsibilities:

The Lead Facilities Assistant for Athletics will help fulfill the VCU Athletics Mission Statement by assisting the facilities and events department. The Lead Assistant will gain facility and event management knowledge while experiencing NCAA Division I athletics. This position involves assisting during athletic and non-athletic events, setting up and breaking down equipment, and providing after-hours coverage of facilities. Lead Assistants should be familiar with facility policies, procedures, and risk management practices.

The weekly work hours depend on the athletic and special event schedule. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Facilities & Event Management, this role requires a flexible schedule, a positive attitude towards work and clients, and willingness to learn and adapt.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Attend yearly orientations and acknowledge policies and procedures;
• Assist in daily and game-day management for athletic competitions, events, meetings, fairs, and concerts;
• Secure athletic facilities outside of normal hours;
• Assist with setups, breakdowns, and turnovers, often during irregular hours;
• Complete event setups promptly, sometimes on short notice;
• Oversee visiting team practices, walk-throughs, and shoot-arounds, ensuring policy compliance;
• Conduct facility walk-throughs and monitor maintenance projects;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Interest in athletics, facilities, or event management;
• Reliability, punctuality, and good communication skills;
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team;
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions;
• Knowledge of risk management practices;
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and use stairways and ladders.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting <50 lbs, pushing/pulling, standing, sitting, repetitive motions, walking, climbing, reaching, bending.

Exposure to extreme heat/cold, noise, and vibrations.

Fast-paced environment with multiple stimuli and frequent changes.

Skills in memory, reasoning, hearing, reading, analyzing, and logic.