Athletics - Operations Assistant

Sacred Heart University; Fair Field (AR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, is seeking a part-time events support role to assist with home athletic contests. This position covers pre-game setup, in-game operations and post-game breakdown, acting as game administrator when needed.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong organizational abilities, and an interest in collegiate athletics. A valid driver’s license is preferred for transportation coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Athletic background or interest in college athletics preferred.
• Must be highly organized and able to effectively manage responsibilities and priorities.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform set up, maintenance and cleanup activities for game day.
• Assist with game day administration and event staff coordination.
• Supervise security, parking and event personnel and coordinate transportation logistics for varsity teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Athletic background

College athletics experience

Organizational skills

Event coordination

Education

High School diploma

Job description

About Sacred Heart University

As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award‑winning, NPR‑affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

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To apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a completed application and résumé through the University’s online application system. Applications submitted outside of the official Careers at SHU website will not be considered. Applicants should not apply through third‑party or external job sites, as such postings may be fraudulent or may misrepresent opportunities that are no longer available at the University. A cover letter or statement of interest is preferred for all staff positions.
Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Position Summary

This position will assist with pre-game setup, in-game operations, and post-game breakdown for assigned home contests and will serve as the game administrator as needed.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform set up, maintenance and cleanup activities for game day.


• Assist with game day administration for athletic contests as assigned. Plan, organize and coordinate several components of events such as spectator transportation, hospitality tailgates and stadium clean up. Assist with event staff.


• Serve as game day administrator for varsity sports. Regularly exercise discretion and judgment in the mitigation of problems and situations that may arise during events including media access, concession operations, parking and security. Supervise security, parking and event personnel.


• Work with equipment, material, supplies and services for use in facilities (e.g., padding, goals, netting, replay eq. and game day).


• In conjunction with S. Associate AD, manage transportation logistics and paperwork for all varsity teams.


• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Attributes

• High School diploma preferred


• Athletic background or general understanding of athletics preferred.


• Experience working in a college athletic department is a plus.


• Must be highly organized and able to effectively manage responsibilities and priorities.


• Valid driver’s license required.

Unusual Working Conditions

This is a 10 month position working 19 hours per week.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.