Department: Athletics

Supervisors: Associate Director of Athletics for External Relations and Program Development &
Asst. Director of Athletics for Athletic Game Management and Operations

Position Title: Athletics Student Worker - Gameday & Events Staff

Summary:

• Provide professional assistance under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director, Facilities and Operations.
• This position executes facility and event operations, including pre-game set-up, post-game breakdown, and in-game management of all Manhattan College’s home athletic events. This position may require long hours during events but is a student-held job.
• Work hours are flexible around class schedule and work demands.
• Candidates with work-study grants preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with game management or events at both Draddy Gymnasium and Gaelic Park
• Assist in all aspects of game day set-up, game management during game/match and post-game breakdown
• Handling and set up of equipment needed for sound/music, scoreboard, bleachers, game goals, balls and other equipment used for game/event setups
• Supervision and adherence to Game Day Operations of all Division 1 Athletic Events

Events include:

• Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Volleyball, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Indoor Track and Field, Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse, Cross Country, and other miscellaneous events.

In-Game Positions:

• Ticket Attendant, Seat Usher, Greeter, Ball Person, Locker Room Liaison, and Scorer’s Tables and any other duties assigned

Requirements:

• The position is for students enrolled at Manhattan University that have been approved by Student Financial Services for approval
• Campus Employment Qualifications:
• Positive Attitude
• Detail oriented
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and escalated situations
• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team
• Interest in sports

Physical Demands:
The position requires individuals to sit or stand for long periods during athletics games or events. This position requires occasionally working outdoors during inclement weather. While performing some of the duties of this job, employees must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-40 pounds.

Desired Start Date: 8/15/2025

End date: 5/31/2026

Hours: 5-20/week depending on needs and availability

Hourly Rate: $16.50 / hour

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.