Athletics Team Student Assistant (2) - Roxbury Community College

Roxbury Community College; Tremont (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Roxbury Community College Athletics Team Student Assistant is an entry-level on-campus role supporting coaching staff with day-to-day administration, organization, and operation of RCC athletics. You will help with practices, competitions, team logistics, equipment, communications, and records under supervision.

This is for the 2026-2027 academic year. Currently enrolled RCC student with Federal Work-Study funding, working up to 18.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled RCC student in good academic standing and eligible for the approved funding source.
• No prior paid coaching or athletics employment experience required.
• Reliable, punctual, organized, and able to follow coaching and staff direction.
• Ability to communicate professionally and work collaboratively with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and other student employees.
• Interest in athletics, team operations, recreation, or related career fields.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and follow Athletics Department and College policies.

Responsibilities

• Organize team materials, uniforms, supplies, and equipment for weekday on-campus activities.
• Assist with routine inventory and equipment records.
• Prepare forms, packets, schedules, and other team materials as directed by Athletics staff.
• Support on-campus setup and breakdown for approved team activities within the FWS schedule.
• Perform basic administrative tasks such as copying, filing, and data entry.
• Do not coach, make team decisions, travel off campus as part of FWS duties, or perform Learn & Earn team‑management responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Punctuality

Teamwork

Professional boundaries

Education

Currently enrolled RCC student

Job description

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

Roxbury Community College is guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is available at https://www.rcc.mass.edu/explore/public-safety/index.html .

Job Description:

Department:Athletics Department - Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center

Developmental Focus:Explore & Build

Economic Mobility Pathway:Pathway 7 - Workforce, Skilled Trades & Career Advancement

Location:Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center; Learn & Earn students may also be assigned to approved off-campus game locations

Number of Positions: 2

Recommended Hours: Weekday, on-campus coverage based on academic schedule and department needs

Maximum Hours:18.5 hours per week

Expected Start Date:September 21, 2026

Position Summary

The Athletics Team Student Assistant supports the coaching staff with the day-to-day administration, organization, and operation of an RCC athletics team. Working under the direction of the Head Coach and Athletics staff, students assist with practices, competitions, team logistics, equipment, communications, records, and other activities that contribute to an organized and positive student-athlete experience. This is an entry-level role designed to build foundational skills in athletics operations, teamwork, customer service, communication, and workplace professionalism.

Organize team materials, uniforms, supplies, and equipment for weekday on-campus activities.

Assist with routine inventory and equipment records.

Prepare forms, packets, schedules, and other team materials as directed by Athletics staff.

Support on-campus setup and breakdown for approved team activities within the FWS schedule.

Perform basic administrative tasks such as copying, filing, and data entry.

Do not coach, make team decisions, travel off campus as part of FWS duties, or perform Learn & Earn team‑management responsibilities.

Currently enrolled at Roxbury Community College for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Have an active Federal Work-Study award and sufficient remaining FWS eligibility before beginning work.

Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in accordance with institutional and financial-aid requirements.

Complete all required student-employment and payroll documentation before beginning work.

Work only the approved FWS schedule and duties assigned by the designated RCC supervisor.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled RCC student in good academic standing and eligible for the approved funding source.

No prior paid coaching or athletics employment experience required.

Reliable, punctual, organized, and able to follow coaching and staff direction.

Ability to communicate professionally and work collaboratively with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and other student employees.

Interest in athletics, team operations, coaching, recreation, or related career fields.

Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and follow Athletics Department and College policies.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous playing experience or direct volunteer/work involvement with the relevant sport.

Experience supporting a team, athletics program, recreation activity, or campus event.

Interest in developing leadership, coaching, sports management, or athletics operations skills.

Additional Information:

Federal Work-Study Compliance Notes

This FWS assignment is part-time, on-campus student employment and is contingent upon continued Federal Work-Study eligibility and available award funding.

FWS students may perform only the duties identified for the FWS assignment and approved by the supervisor; Learn & Earn responsibilities are not interchangeable with FWS duties.

Students and supervisors are responsible for monitoring scheduled hours so the student does not exceed the approved FWS award or institutional work-hour limits.

Timesheets must accurately reflect hours actually worked and be approved by the designated supervisor through the College's approved timekeeping process.

Student Learning & Professional Development Outcomes

By successfully completing this position, the student should strengthen their ability to:

Support organized practices, competitions, and team activities.

Communicate effectively with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and other stakeholders.

Apply teamwork, reliability, time management, and professional accountability.

Assist with equipment, team logistics, attendance, and routine athletics records.

Follow established coaching instructions and appropriately escal… concerns.

Gain career-relevant exposure to athletics operations, coaching support, sports management, and recreation.

Funding & Scheduling Structure

2 Federal Work-Study placement(s) are authorized for this role. Work is limited to the approved Federal Work-Study duties and schedule. The position is subject to the student's available FWS award and RCC student-employment work-hour limits, with a maximum of 18.5 hours per week.

Supervision & Performance

The Athletics Team Student Assistant reports to Albert Hayle and works under the direction of the assigned Head Coach and Athletics Department staff. Students receive role-specific training, regular supervision, feedback, and professional-development opportunities. Performance concerns will be addressed through RCC's progressive intervention process.

Advancement

Students who demonstrate strong performance, sport-specific knowledge, reliability, initiative, leadership, and increasing independence may become candidates for future intermediate or advanced athletics, team, event, or coaching-support positions when available.

ADA Compliance:

The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.