About the role#
The Student Athletics Facilities and Operations Assistant supports the daily functions of athletic facilities and events. This role provides hands-on experience in sports facility management while working with athletics staff, coaches, student-athletes, and campus partners. This is a part-time position requiring 5 to 15 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Set up and tear down athletic facilities for games, practices, meetings, camps, and clinics.
- Prepare competition spaces by managing equipment, signage, seating, and tables.
- Assist with game-day operations and provide support during home athletic competitions.
- Maintain the inventory of athletics-owned equipment and supplies.
- Perform facility checks to ensure spaces are clean, organized, and event-ready.
- Help athletics staff with event logistics and general operational needs.
What you'll need#
- You must be an enrolled student at American University.
- You must have an active Federal Work Study (FWS) award.
Location & details#
- Location: Main Campus, Washington, DC.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: $18.40 per hour.
About American University
American University is a higher education institution based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893, the school holds a charter from Congress with a focus on public service. It operates several academic divisions including the School of Public Affairs and the Washington College of Law. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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