MARKETING GRADUATE ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION: The graduate assistant will serve as the event manager for select sports, overseeing the event management, marketing, fan experience, etc. for those select sports under the direction of the Assistant AD for Marketing. The individual will develop strategic initiatives to increase attendance for select sports and enhance in-game promotions to maximize the fan experience. This position will be responsible for sponsorship fulfillment at those athletic events. The Graduate Assistant will work with coaches on promotional concepts and interface with the Sports Information Office and Ticket Office to coordinate and implement successful in-game promotions, halftime activities and ticket sales efforts. This position will also be responsible for marketing events to SIUE students by utilizing social media and other outlets to promote events and games to generate awareness and increase attendance from the student body. In addition, the graduate assistant will assist with special events/projects and other duties as assigned by the Assistant AD for Marketing.

The graduate assistant in this position will develop skills in human relations, supervision skills, public presentations, and communication and documentation skills. Candidate must be available for evening and weekend events and comply with University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Additional duties consistent with the Department’s goals and mission will also be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Acceptance into SIUE Graduate School; must maintain a 6-12 hour course load per semester
• Evidence of sound organizational skills
• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public
• Previous involvement in marketing, promotions, student activities or leadership development experience
• Demonstrates communication and computer skills

• Previous intercollegiate athletics marketing experience
• Graphic design and/or Photoshop & InDesign knowledge

ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS GRADUATE ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the immediate supervision of the Athletic Communications Director, the graduate assistant is primarily responsible for assisting in the media, promotional, and statistical coverage of 16 intercollegiate sports at SIUE. The graduate assistant will be the primary media contact for selected sports and assist in all others. Duties include writing news releases, designing, editing and maintaining SIUE's official website (siuecougars.com), and preparing game-day programs as well as other athletics communication materials. The graduate assistant also is active in keeping statistics for selected sports, event management, and other duties as assigned. The graduate assistant works closely with the coaches of both the men's and women's athletic programs.

The graduate assistant in this position will develop skills in human relations, supervision skills, public presentations, and communication and documentation skills. Candidate must be available for evening and weekend events and comply with University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Additional duties consistent with the Department’s goals and mission will also be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Acceptance into SIUE Graduate School; must maintain a 6-12 hour course load per semester
• Evidence of sound organizational skills
• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public
• Outstanding communication and computer skills

• Previous intercollegiate athletics communications or sports information experience
• Previous experience with intercollegiate athletics statistics software
• Graphic design and/or Photoshop & InDesign knowledge

FACILITIES GRADUATE ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the immediate supervision of the Assistant AD for Internal Operations, the graduate assistant is primarily responsible in assisting all areas of operation for the Athletics' Event Management and Facilities. The individual will assist the Events and Facilities staff members and other staff members in Intercollegiate Athletics with planning, coordinating, and implementing programs and services and other duties as assigned. The graduate assistant with work closely with coaches and the marketing department on daily operations and events within athletics. The GA will also work with other campus departments such as Facilities Management, Campus Recreation, Police and Parking Services. Additional duties consistent with the Department’s goals and mission will also be assigned.

The graduate assistant in this position will develop skills in human relations, supervision skills, public presentations, and communication and documentation skills. Candidate must be available for evening and weekend events and comply with University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Acceptance into SIUE Graduate School; must maintain a 6-12 hour course load per semester
• Evidence of sound organizational skills
• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public
• Outstanding computer skills

• Previous intercollegiate athletics facilities and/or events experience
• Excel and database management experience

ANNUAL FUND/TICKETING GRADUATE ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the immediate supervision of the Assistant AD for Annual Fund and Ticketing, the graduate assistant will assist in all areas of operation for ticketing. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, assisting in ticket sales, overseeing student tickets and engagement, overseeing player guests and will call, assisting with reconciliation and deposits and supervising game day ticket operations for specific sports, among other ticket-related responsibilities. Additionally, the graduate assistant will assist in development and fundraising operations, specifically assisting with special events including the Red & Black Benefit, managing stewardship program, and managing data systems and engagement communications. Additional duties consistent with the Department’s goals and mission will also be assigned.

The graduate assistant in this position will develop skills in human relations, supervision skills, public presentations, and communication and documentation skills. Candidate must be available for evening and weekend events and comply with University, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Acceptance into SIUE Graduate School; must maintain a 6-12 hour course load per semester
• Evidence of sound organizational skills
• Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public
• Outstanding computer skills

• Previous intercollegiate athletics experience, specifically in ticket operations and/or development
• Excel and database management experience
• Graphic design and/or Photoshop & InDesign knowledge

FOR ALL POSITIONS:

PERIOD OF APPOINTMENT: 10-month appointment beginning August 1, 2019 through May 31, 2020. If successful, the position will be extended for a second appointment.

SALARY: $913 per month stipend. Includes tuition waiver. GA is responsible for student fees.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open until the position is filled.

TO APPLY FOR EITHER POSITION, PLEASE SUBMIT: Cover Letter, Resumé, Unofficial Transcript, and References via email to Claudia Galaske, Office Support Associate, at cgalask@siue.edu. Please include the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line.