Facilities Operations (Student) (FWS)
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
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Department:
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Status:
Non-ExemptJob Description:
Summary:
The Student Athletics Facilities & Operations Assistant will support the daily operations of athletic facilities, competitions, practices, meetings, and special events. This position provides hands-on experience in sports facility management and event operations while working closely with athletics staff, coaches, student-athletes, officials, vendors, and campus partners.
Essential Functions:
- Assist with game-day and event operations, including setup, preparation, and support during competitions and special events.
- Set up and tear down athletic facilities for games, practices, meetings, camps, clinics, and other events.
- Assist with competition facility preparation, including equipment, signage, seating, tables, and other event needs.
- Manage and maintain inventory of athletics-owned equipment and supplies.
- Assist with facility checks and general upkeep to ensure athletic spaces are clean, organized, safe, and event-ready.
- Prepare facilities for practices, team meetings, competitions, and other scheduled activities.
- Support athletics staff with event logistics, including moving equipment and materials and assisting with last-minute operational needs.
- Provide support during home athletic competitions and other events as assigned.
- Perform other facility and event operations duties as assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-time.
- 5 - 15 hours per week.
Salary Range:
- $18.40 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
- Student must have an active Federal Work Study (FWS) award.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
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