STUDENT: Sideline Assistant

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul seeks a Student Sideline Assistant to support coaches, student-athletes and game operations during practices and competitions on campus in St. Paul, MN.

This 8-hour-per-week student position offers hands-on experience in athletics operations and event support. The role emphasizes organization, equipment management, and reliable communication, with duties including setup and takedown, inventory restocking, ball management, and maintaining sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic rules of the sport you are working
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Responsibilities

• Assist coaches and staff with practice and game day set-up or take-down
• Distribute, collect, and organize athletic equipment and supplies
• Track and restock sideline inventory, including balls, towels, and training equipment
• Assist with ball management during practices and/or games
• Provide excellent sportsmanship and represent the Athletic program in a professional manner
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned

Skills

Independent & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Punctuality & Initiative

Background Check

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: STUDENT: Sideline Assistant
VP Area: VP - Athletics
Department: Athletics
Position Compensation: $11.80 per hour
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:

Support coaches, student-athletes, and game operations during practices and competitions. The role focuses on organization, communication, equipment management, and providing operational support to ensure practices and games run smoothly.

Hours per week: 8

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist coaches and staff with practice and game day set-up or take-down
• Distribute, collect, and organize athletic equipment and supplies
• Track and restock sideline inventory, including balls, towels, and training equipment
• Assist with ball management during practices and/or games
• Provide excellent sportsmanship and represent the Athletic program in a professional manner
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of basic rules and regulations of the sport you are working
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.