Game Day Helper

University Preparatory Academy; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University Prep in Seattle seeks a Game Day Staffer to support the Athletic Department during fall and winter seasons. You will lead the score table, assist with game day setup and takedown, and operate scorekeeping and the game clock in the Pumadome, with shifts most evenings 3:00 p.m.

to 8:00 p.m., 1–3 times per week or on Saturdays. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, valid First Aid/CPR, reliability, strong customer service, and ability to work with students and staff from

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card.
• Dependable with professional demeanor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service, direct leadership, and supervision of the score table.
• Assists athletic staff with game day set-up and takedown.
• Provides Scorekeeping and Clock operation for games in the Pumadome.
• Maintains and operates the proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Enforces facility and equipment rules.
• Complies with policies and regulations as stated in school documents.
• Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Scorekeeping

Clock operation

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Scorebook software

Job description

Open Position: Game Day StafferReports to: Associate Director of AthleticsFLSA Status: Non-ExemptWhen Needed: Ongoing with an immediate need for 2026-2027 Fall & Winter SeasonsUniversity Prep is seeking a talented, dynamic and compassionate Game Day Staffer to help us advance our vision of being an inclusive community of learners that provides an outstanding education for each individual in a diverse student population. We are looking for an individual committed to the academic, social and emotional needs and fluctuations of middle school students; someone who can work effectively independently as well as part of a team. We need a leader who understands best practices in teaching soccer and who is passionate about teaching to middle school students and enhancing student life. We are looking for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.Who We Are:University Prep is an independent 6-12 school located in an urban residential section of Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most diverse and dynamic cities. We are a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni who collaboratively create an exceptional educational experience for every student. The School is a place of great teaching and joyful learning; a community that joins together to raise up our children to be caring and productive adults; a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and a place where we aspire for every family and student to feel equally enfranchised and at home. University Prep believes that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission of developing each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.Job Summary:The Athletic Department is offering a seasonal job opportunity in Event Management working closely with athletic team operations. Candidates must be available for 1 to 3 evenings a week or on a Saturday during the sport season, with typical work hours ranging from 3;00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Exact shift frequency, days, and times will vary based on the specific sport you are hired to assist with.Specific Responsibilities:Provides customer service, direct leadership, and general supervision of score tableAssists athletic staff with game day set-up and take-downProvides Scorekeeping and Clock operation for games in the PumadomeMaintains and operates the proper use of equipment and suppliesEnforces facility and equipment rulesIs familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documentsSince safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilitiesPerforms other duties as assignedCompensation:Employees are paid the last working day of each monthEmployees are paid at a rate of $25.00 per hourRequired Education, Training and Experience:High School diploma or GED requiredMust possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR cardRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must be dependableGeneral knowledge of the sport you will be workingAbility to operate scorebookAbility to follow written and oral instructionsProfessional manner, discretion, and appearanceSense of humor, energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectationsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent customer service skills and strong work ethicAbility to work with students from diverse backgroundsAbility to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staffAbility to work and communicate well with students and their parentsAbility to maintain confidential informationProficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipmentAbility to stand for long periodsAwareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injuryAbility to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talkAbility to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and armsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to work outside in any weatherSome local travel may be requiredPosition open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep.www.universityprep.orgThis description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position.It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.