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Reading School District

Game Announcer

Reading, PA · On-site

To increase fan interest and enjoyment by announcing pertinent game information, introducing athletes, coaches, and officials, as well as making other needed public address announcements. ESSENTIAL ...

Reading School District

Game Helper

Reading, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

To increase fan interest and enjoyment by announcing pertinent game information, introducing athletes, coaches, and officials, as well as making other needed public address announcements. ESSENTIAL ...

AEG

PA Announcer Intern

Carthage, NC · On-site

$11.75 - $15.75/hr

Direct, hands-on experience as a public address announcer for a collegiate baseball team * Mentorship and guidance in live event production and game day operations * Opportunity to develop and refine ...

Alfred University

Director of Public Safety

Alfred, NY · On-site

$62K - $64K/yr

Assess physical security and emergency management systems and recommend enhancements (e.g., cameras, card access, public address systems). * Coordinate campus-wide safety communications. * Serve on ...

Alfred University

Director of Public Safety

Alfred, NY · On-site

Assess physical security and emergency management systems and recommend enhancements (e.g., cameras, card access, public address systems). * Coordinate campus-wide safety communications. * Serve on ...

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Install, service, and maintain hospital public address (PA) and related communication systems * Diagnose and repair system issues including amplifiers, speakers, paging controllers, cabling, and ...

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Public Address Announcer

Public Address Announcer

Colgate University

Hamilton, NY • On-site

Part-time

PTO

Posted 8 days ago

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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

436th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Category
Casual Wage
Position Title
Public Address Announcer
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Division
Athletics
Department
Athletic Event Management
Hiring Wage/Salary Range
25.00
Department Statement
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
Accountabilities
Serve as the official in-game voice for various Colgate athletic home events, including but not limited to football, basketball, ice hockey, and other sports as assigned.
Announce starting lineups, in-game action, substitutions, fouls, and other game-related information in a clear, articulate, and enthusiastic manner.
Follow game scripts provided by the Athletics Marketing team, ensuring proper sponsor mentions, promotional reads, and special announcements.
Work closely with game operations staff, statisticians, and officials to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information.
Maintain a professional and neutral demeanor while announcing, avoiding bias towards any team.
Adapt announcements as needed based on game flow, audience engagement, and emergency situations.
Adhere to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies and protocols regarding public address announcing.
Requirements
Professional Experience/ Qualifications
  • 6 months to 1 year of experience in public address announcing, or related experience in radio and/or television broadcasting.
  • Strong public speaking skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and efficiently in a live setting.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic sports environment.
  • 2 or more years of successful experience in public address announcing or similar media-related roles.

Preferred Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma/GED or higher
Physical Requirements
Other Information
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2025CW034Posting
Temporary
Yes
Work Schedule
Term: August 2025 - May 2026
Hours: Up to 15 hours per week
Availability: Must be available to work evenings and weekends (August through May)
Job Open Date
08/07/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Clery Act
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.

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