Varsity Athletics Scoreboard Operator (Seasonal)

Brown University; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Brown University is seeking an Athletics Scoreboard Operator for the 2024-2025 season. This fixed-term, part-time role (August - May) will operate the game clock and scoreboards for various sports, including men’s and women’s soccer, football, basketball, ice hockey, and lacrosse at onsite venues.

The role requires knowledge of sport rules and the ability to learn Ivy League and NCAA game protocols, with strong observation and quick reaction skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of a given sports rules.
• This position also requires knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, specific game protocol as it pertains to Ivy League and NCAA rules.
• Must be able to observe and react quickly to events on the field/court/athletic venue.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
• The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate shot clock, game clock or scoreboard during varsity competitions
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, specific game protocol as it pertains to Ivy League and NCAA rules.
• During events, the game clock operator may have to interact with and work alongside the following: assigned game officials, Athletic Communications staff, Event Management staff, and Marketing and Promotions staff.

Skills

Sports rules knowledge

Ability to learn game protocols

Observation & quick reaction

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

Brown University is seeking an Athletics Scoreboard Operator for the 2024-2025 season. This fixed-term, part-time role (August - May) will operate the game clock and scoreboards for various sports, including men’s and women’s soccer, football, basketball, ice hockey, and lacrosse at onsite venues.

The role requires knowledge of sport rules and the ability to learn Ivy League and NCAA game protocols, with strong observation and quick reaction skills.