Student Worker - Athletics - Communications Student Assistant

Position Title Student Worker

• Athletics

• Communications Student Assistant Position Approval Date 04/24/2024 Is this position budgeted? Yes Is this position an essential position? No About Susquehanna

Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary

Job Summary

The Athletic Communications Student Assistant will be responsible for assisting with day-to-day and gameday operations for home events. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under FLSA regulations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Play-by-play broadcasting

• Filming and live video production

• Public Address Announcing

• Statistics (can be trained)

• Photography and Videography

• Social Media

• Writing

• Game Day Operations (scoreboard, camera operation, setup, and breakdown, etc.)

• Graphic Design

Learning Objectives

• Day-to-Day Operations of a NCAA Division III Athletic Communications Office

• Responsibilities of conducting NCAA Division III athletic events

• Producing sports content

• Public Relations

• Career Readiness:

• Career & Self-Development

• Communication

• Critical Thinking

• Equity & Inclusion

• Leadership

• Professionalism

• Teamwork

• Technology

Location

On SU Campus

Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Quick learner.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Good communication skills.

• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff.

Education

First Year, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior SU Student in any course of study

Experience

No experience required. MUST be available to work nights and weekends. Work in all weather conditions. Versatility and flexibility as games and staffing can change due to weather and other unforeseen circumstances.

Location

Susquehanna University Campus

Additional Requirements

• Previous experience working in sports/athletic field.

• Knowledge and experience in a specific field (production, sport statistics, photography, graphic design, announcing, writing, social media, etc.)

• Basic knowledge of how to use common software titles including: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite

• Certain positions will require working office hours under normal business hours.

• This position is about 10 hours per week at $7.25 per hour.

Physical Demand

• Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

• Position requires the ability to move about the campus.

• Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction.

• Position requires occasional manual dexterity and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms to feel, handle, and reach.

• Position requires occasional stooping, crouching, and bending.

• Position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Working conditions are indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications Special Instructions to the Applicant Benefits Eligible No Number of Months 9 months Additional Work Schedule Details? Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks) 10 Hours per week during the summer (13 wks) Status Non-Benefits Eligible Posting Date 04/24/2024 Closing Date 08/22/2024 Full-Time/Part-Time Temporary Open Until Filled No Anticipated Start Date Posting Number AH01171