Operations Assistant - Non-Student

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota Athletics department seeks an Athletics Operations Assistant to provide part-time support for daily and event operations across multiple sports and facilities.

You will assist with game management, facility prep, staffing, and administrative duties, working evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

This on-site role in Grand Forks, ND offers up to 20 hours per week at $15 per hour and requires a high school diploma and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in athletics, events, facilities, recreation, customer service, or related environment.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, setup, execution, and teardown of athletic events.
• Support visiting teams, officials, coaches, staff, and event personnel.
• Assist with facility, equipment, laundry, supply, and operational needs.
• Help coordinate event staffing, schedules, communication, and documentation.
• Provide administrative and project support to Athletics Operations leadership.
• Serve in assigned gameday and operational roles. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• 15.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 20 hours or less hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Athletics Operations Assistant provides part-time support for the daily and event operations of UND Athletics. The position assists Athletics Operations leadership with game management, facility preparation, event staffing, administrative duties, and other operational needs across multiple sports and facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, setup, execution, and teardown of athletic events.
• Support visiting teams, officials, coaches, staff, and event personnel.
• Assist with facility, equipment, laundry, supply, and operational needs.
• Help coordinate event staffing, schedules, communication, and documentation.
• Provide administrative and project support to Athletics Operations leadership.
• Serve in assigned gameday and operational roles. Perform other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Required Competencies

• Dependable, responsible, and organized.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to follow direction and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Professional when working with staff, student-athletes, officials, visitors, and the public.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Ability to perform event setup, teardown, and other physical operational duties.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in athletics, events, facilities, recreation, customer service, or a related environment.
• Basic computer and communication skills.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in collegiate athletics, sports, event management, or facility operations.
• Experience supporting athletic events or game-day operations.
• Familiarity with multiple sports and athletic facilities.
• Interest in athletics administration, sports management, facilities, or event operations.
• Experience coordinating or supervising event staff.