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Posting Number:
0603922
Position Title:
Part Time WCC Sports Student Assistant
Position is:
Part Time
Position Type:
Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)
Department/Ofc.:
Student and Academic Services
Position Description:
The Part time WCC Sports - Student General Student Fund is responsible for providing assistance to the total operation of the WCC Sports Department. This is a student leadership position. To be considered, you must maintain or exceed the academic standards required for participation within SDA by maintaining a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and be enrolled in a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours per semester. Continuation of employment is reviewed end of each semester.
Be a part of our talented WCC Sports Department team.
Essential Duties include:
Program Support:
• Support the programming and activities within WCC Sports.
• Prepare, monitor and lead sporting events and tryouts; assist coaches as needed.
• Provide pre-event logistics support: planning, preparation, promotion, and organization.
• Provide onsite event support: setup, check-in, and clean-up.
• Assist with post-event support: communication, data collection, assessment, documentation.
• Ability to referee intramural sports (as needed)
• Gain knowledge of the variety of WCC Sports opportunities including Club Sports, Intramural Sports, Esports, Virtual Programming and Drop-In Sports to assist students and staff.
• Assist with maintaining database of potential student-athletes.
• Contact vendors regarding leagues and equipment.
• Assist with developing and managing templates for schedules, rosters, vehicle request forms, and other appropriate forms.
Promotion & Marketing:
• Actively recruit current students to participate in sports, targeting a diverse student body, by overseeing recruiting events, creating and distributing informative material, and discovering student's interests through walk-ins etc.
• Assist with the developing and implementing strategies to market sports programs on and off campus and within the community such as, but not limited to: posters, signage, flyers, social media, etc.
• Attend planning meetings alongside the Sports Manager and learn to develop meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and communications is support of programming.
• Participate in public speaking for in-class and promotions and campus-wide events - in-person and virtually.
• Ability to create promotional videos.
• Assist marketing efforts involving the utilization of Alpha (college mascot)
Team Communication:
• Assist with reports and results of all practices, scrimmages, and competitions.
• Provide consistent interoffice communication to keep the staff aware of program progress, processes, and support needs.
• Communicate information regarding eligibility, tryouts, schedules, cancellations, marketing, etc. with athletes, coaches, vendors, and other departments.
Performance & Development:
• Consistently work to improve your skills within the WCC Sports staff competencies.
• Help other staff members improve their skills within the S.D.A. staff competencies.
• Record your professional experience and progress via resume, online tools, and portfolio.
Related Duties:
Basic Office & Customer Service
• Represent the WCC Sports Office in a professional and positive manner at all times.
• Answer phones and greet visitors with outstanding customer service.
• Reply to emails in a timely fashion from students, staff, faculty, community members, coaches, and other college programs.
• Organize, inventory, and maintain equipment and storage area.
• Perform other day-to-day office duties and maintain coverage during office hours as requested.
• Any other duties as assigned.
Hours/Schedule:
• We are looking for individuals who have flexibility in schedules, as we have a mix of office hours and sports tryouts/events to cover throughout the week. Be available during regular business hours: Monday-Thursday 9a-6p, and Friday 9a-4p. Be flexible for other sporting games/events that can happen throughout the week: Monday-Friday 3p-11p and Saturday and Sunday 10a-8p. These schedule requirements will be in place for subsequent semesters after being hired and are mandatory to continued eligibility for this position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 (six) credit hours per semester.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Attitude and willingness to strive for excellent customer service.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, OneDrive, Planner and Outlook.
• Basic understanding of Google Drive, Google Calendars, and Google Keep.
• Basic understanding on Internet usage, social media, Zoom, and other web apps.
• Basic understanding of marketing software, such as Adobe Illustrator and/or Canva
• Ability to compose and edit office correspondence and other written materials.
• Proficiency in correct English grammar and spelling.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Maintain a positive, team-driven attitude while supporting our students, colleagues, and community.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Must have general sports knowledge.
• Maintain and contribute to an organized workspace.
• Ability to adjust and deal with unusual circumstances.
• Preference goes to those who are entering a sport management/event management type of field and has evenings available.
Preferred Qualifications:
Posting Date:
08/21/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Our college strives to make a positive difference in people's lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$17.73
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