Student Athletic Event Leads

UWSTP University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point seeks a Student Athletic Event Lead to assist in planning and operating home contests and special events. You will oversee student staff, coordinate tickets, concessions, and guest services while ensuring a safe, positive visitor experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, professional communication, and reliable, flexible work in evenings and weekends to match athletic event schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and accountability.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays based on athletic event schedules.
• Willingness to work with diverse groups of students, staff, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of athletic events; oversee student staff.
• Support game-day operations including ticketing, crowd management, concessions, and hospitality.
• Lead point of contact for student staff during events and mentor others.
• Maintain records related to event staffing, equipment, and facility use as requested.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings; ensure safety and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Professionalism

Accountability

Punctuality

Independence

Teamwork with diverse groups

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Enrollment as UW–Stevens Point student

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Student Athletic Event Lead (University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point). This leadership-focused student position assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of athletic events while providing oversight and support to event staff. The role helps ensure that home contests and special events are conducted professionally, safely, and in accordance with institutional, conference, and NCAA standards. This position offers hands-on experience in event management, leadership, communication, customer service, and athletic administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Operations: assist with the preparation, setup, and breakdown of athletic competitions and special events; ensure facilities are event-ready (signage placement, equipment setup, seating, and venue appearance); monitor event spaces to maintain safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency; support game-day functions including ticketing, crowd management, hospitality, and fan engagement; support concessions operations (preparing and selling food and beverages, handling cash and electronic transactions, maintaining inventory, and ensuring food safety and customer service standards); help oversee student staff assigned to ticketing and concessions to ensure efficient operations and a positive guest experience.
• Leadership and Staff Coordination: serve as a lead point of contact for student event staff during assigned events; assist with training and mentoring new student workers; help assign responsibilities and ensure duties are completed; communicate event expectations and updates to student staff; escalate facility, safety, or operational concerns as needed.
• Customer Service and Event Experience: provide exceptional customer service to student-athletes, coaches, officials, spectators, alumni, and campus visitors; assist with directing guests, answering questions, and resolving minor event-related concerns; contribute to a positive and welcoming environment at UW-Stevens Point athletic events.
• Administrative Support: assist Athletics staff with event preparation, inventory management, and operational planning; maintain accurate records related to event staffing, equipment, and facility use when requested; attend required staff meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Required: Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point; strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and accountability; dependable, punctual, and able to work independently; ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, staff, and community members; willingness to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays based on athletic event schedules.
• Preferred: Experience at athletic or campus events, customer service, or related leadership roles; interest in sports management, event management, recreation, business, communications, or athletics administration; familiarity with collegiate athletics and game-day operations; experience supervising peers or leading teams in work, volunteer, or student organization settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events; lift, carry, and move equipment up to 30 pounds; work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions; perform physical setup and teardown responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes

• Gained competencies in athletic event and facility management, leadership and team supervision, professional communication, problem-solving and decision-making, customer service and fan engagement, NCAA Division III athletics operations, event planning and risk management.

Position Competencies

• Leadership, Initiative, Professionalism, Teamwork, Adaptability, Attention to detail, Strong organizational skills, Commitment to delivering an exceptional event experience.

Compensation

Hourly Wage: $12.00/hour

Notes and Resources

Special Notes: The university is committed to a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff. For more information about UW-Stevens Point, visit the official site and related resources listed below. Individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action.

Additional context and regulatory information: The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff is paramount; the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires distribution of an annual security report. An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work in the United States. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer: qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other protected bases by applicable law. The Universities of Wisconsin are a major educational system with a strong commitment to diversity and Wisconsin’s broader community, including data about graduates, salaries, and economic impact.