Description of Position
Position may close before the posted end date without notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.
Position Supervisor: Chelsey Lucas
Department/Office: Athletics
Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour, 0 - 20 hours per week depending on department need, availability of funds and student eligibility.
Position Summary
The Athletics Operations Assistant will support the daily operations of the Yavapai College Athletics Department while gaining valuable professional experience in collegiate athletics, event management, customer service, leadership, and sports operations.
This position offers hands-on experience working alongside coaches, staff, faculty, and campus partners to assist with athletic events, facility operations, game-day management, and other departmental initiatives. Students in this role will develop transferable skills in communication, organization, technology, teamwork, and problem-solving while supporting the mission, goals, and values of Yavapai College.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Game Day Operations
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Assist with setup and breakdown of athletic events.
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Prepare competition venues before and after events.
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Operate admission/ticket sales and collect gate receipts.
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Welcome and assist spectators, visiting teams, officials, and game personnel.
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Provide outstanding customer service during events.
Event Management
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Operate scoreboards and game clocks for multiple sports.
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Manage music and public address support during contests.
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Assist with live streaming, video production, and game statistics.
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Support officials, athletic trainers, coaches, and event staff as needed.
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Monitor equipment and ensure game-day operations run efficiently.
Athletics Department Support
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Assist coaches and staff with daily office and operational duties.
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Organize, move, and inventory athletic equipment.
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Help maintain athletic facilities and storage areas.
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Perform light cleaning before, during, and after events.
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Assist with special events, tournaments, camps, recruiting activities, and community outreach events.
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Complete additional duties assigned by the Athletics Department to support departmental operations.
General Expectations
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Arrive on time and prepared for all assigned shifts.
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Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
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Demonstrate flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings and weekends.
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Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
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Follow all Yavapai College policies, procedures, FERPA regulations, and the Student Code of Conduct.
Learning Outcomes
Students employed in this position will gain experience in:
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Collegiate athletic administration
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Event and facility management
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Sports technology and game operations
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Customer service and public relations
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Leadership and teamwork
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Communication and professionalism
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Organization and time management
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Problem-solving in fast-paced environments
Employment Period
The start date, no earlier than July 1 of the current aid year, will be determined by the hiring supervisor. The standard end date for this assignment is June 30 of the current aid year. Employment may end earlier or be extended based on Federal Work Study eligibility, departmental needs, and funding availability.
This position is employed by Yavapai College. Work assignments will primarily take place within the Athletics Department and at Yavapai College athletic facilities.
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
