Athletic Facilities Assistant -Part-Time - Arcadia University

Job Description: The person in this position will assist in the general supervision of all athletic facilities, perform regular rounds to monitor usage, oversee student staff at assigned locations, and enforce facility rules and regulations. They will also provide game-day support for event management at home athletic contests.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

• Monitors general operations of the Kuch Center and other athletic facilities during assigned shifts while performing regular rounds to oversee usage, and following protocols for opening and closing of facilities.
  
• Assists in monitoring safety, security, and cleanliness of athletic facilities.
  
• Oversees student staff at designated locations and ensures enforcement of facility rules and regulations.
  
• Provides quality communication with supervisor, Public Safety, and Facilities regarding emergency situations.
  
• Supplies game management support during home athletic events, including event oversight, crowd control, visiting team and officials liaison, setup, breakdown, and sport-specific operational support.
  
• Serves as a game clock operator, shot clock operator, or public address announcer for assigned athletic events.
  
• Works rentals of athletic facilities from external groups to serve as a site supervisor and enforce emergency protocols.
  
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by fulfilling other responsibilities as assigned by a representative of the Athletics Department

Essential Functions:

Education:

• Associate's degree from accredited college or university is required
  
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
  
• Combination of degree completion and professional work experience will be considered in absence of associate's degree.

Experience:

• Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience in athletics or related field strongly preferred.
  
• Prior health club, fitness center, or facility management shifts preferred.
  
• Basic knowledge of game operations of various sports preferred. Experience with basketball and lacrosse game operations strongly preferred.
  

Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, whether dealing with individuals or groups, and an ability to work well with different constituents.
  
• Strong initiative, detail, and follow-up skills with student-athletes, staff members, and administration.
  
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgement.
  
• General computer knowledge with a proficiency in Word and Excel.

Special Requirements:

• Must be a current Arcadia Athletics staff member with a working knowledge of athletic facilities and general operations.
  
• Evening and weekend availability is required.
  
• Flexibility with an evolving work environment is important.
  
• Valid driver's license required.
  
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
  
• Current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications required. Training and recertification can be provided if necessary.
  
• Compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations required.
  
• Compliance with athletic conference rules and regulations required.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move about campus and other locations.
  
• Physical ability to include standing and/or walking for long periods, bending, kneeling and stooping, manual dexterity, and ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
  
  
• Supervision: Received: Position reports to the Director of Athletic Facilities & Events. Given: Supervises student workers.

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has ranked Arcadia first nationally in study abroad for 10 of the last 13 years, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for eight consecutive years. The University's Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and among the "most innovative," and "best value" colleges. Arcadia promises a distinctively global, integrative, and personal learning experience that prepares students to contribute and lead in a diverse and dynamic world. Through its community of practice and commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) and to combating anti-Black Racism, Arcadia has made facilitating a safe and welcoming environment a priority. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

Our belief and experience is that there is strength in diversity and we are committed to building a welcoming and inclusive environment for students and employees alike. We are a community built on varied experiences and perspectives that beneï¬ts from open-minded discussion and cultural humility. Guided by our University's values, we are committed to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and we are working towards dismantling anti-Black racism/white supremacy and other forms of interpersonal and systemic discrimination and oppression.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values. in their work.

At Arcadia University, our JEDI principles (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.