General Athletics Assistant - Temporary

LM Wind Power / GE; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus fitness facility access

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY, is seeking a General Athletics Assistant - Temporary to support athletic event operations, facility management, and game day administration. The role focuses on providing a positive experience for student-athletes, officials, spectators, and renters during contests and events.

The position is non-exempt, temporary part-time, with varied hours, evenings, weekends, and holiday work as needed. The hourly rate is $20.00, and E-Verify compliance is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by events.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with game day operations for varsity athletic contests, including setup, event support, and breakdown.
• Support parking operations during athletic events, managing traffic flow and guest direction.
• Conduct facility opening and closing procedures as assigned.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tables, chairs, signage, barricades, tents, and equipment.
• Provide customer service and guidance to visiting teams, officials, spectators, and campus guests.
• Serve as on-site support during external facility rentals, ensuring compliance with policies and rental agreements.
• Monitor facilities during events and report safety or maintenance concerns.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Lift up to 50 pounds

Team player

Education

High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred

Job description

Job Overview

The General Athletics Assistant - Temporary provides support for athletic event operations, facility management, game day administration, parking operations, and rental supervision. This position plays a key role in ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, and facility renters during athletic contests and special events.

General Athletics Assistant - Temporary

Work Days: Varied

Shift Start/End Time: Varies based on the business need.

Hours Per Week: 10

Weeks Per Year: Varies based on the business need.

Pay status and classification: Non-exempt, Temporary part-time.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Supervisor: Director of Athletic Facilities & Event Management

Position Purpose: The General Athletics Temporary Assistant provides support for athletic event operations, facility management, game day administration, parking operations, and rental supervision. This position plays a key role in ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, and facility renters during athletic contests and special events.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist with game day operations for varsity athletic contests, including setup, event support, and breakdown.
• Support parking operations during athletic events, managing traffic flow, directing guests, and maintaining safe access to facilities.
• Conduct facility opening and closing procedures as assigned.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tables, chairs, signage, barricades, tents, and athletic equipment.
• Provide customer service and guidance to visiting teams, officials, spectators, and campus guests.
• Serve as on-site support during external facility rentals, ensuring compliance with facility policies and rental agreements.
• Monitor facilities during events and report maintenance, safety, or security concerns to supervisory staff.
• Assist with equipment transportation and storage.
• Support special events hosted by the Athletics Department and external organizations.
• Perform other operational and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Interest in athletics, event management, sports administration, coaching, or facility operations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the athletics event schedule.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in athletics, event operations, facility management, customer service, or parking operations.
• Familiarity with collegiate athletics and event environments.

Working Conditions

Primarily works in athletic venues and outdoor environments. Requires standing and walking for extended periods. Must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions and during large public events.

Compensation

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $20.00. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path.

Benefits

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and On-Campus Wellness Programs Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

Background Checks

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

About Union College

Union College Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth-oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem-solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.

Accommodations

Accommodations If you require an accommodation throughout the interview process, please don't hesitate to contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail] or 518-388-6108. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal access to opportunities and can participate in a fair and inclusive hiring process.

Diversity at Union College

Union College is an equal-opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity.

Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world.

Commitment to Diversity

Union provides a blend of intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social, and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.