Athletic Operations Assistant

Internal Number : 2024-1984

Overview The Athletics Operations Assistant will assist the Department of Athletics in supporting the day to day administration and guidance of Macalester's 21 varsity sports programs, club sports, intramural and recreational programs.

• This position provides exposure to a variety of areas within the department of athletics including : strategic planning;
• budget management; alumni engagement; fundraising; contest management; compliance; sport oversight; student-athlete welfare issues and initiatives;

academics; diversity and inclusion initiatives; and staff oversight / management.

This position was made possible through the NCAA’s Ethnic Minority and Women’s Internship Grant.

Responsibilities Assists the Director of Athletics and department leadership in supporting the day to day administrative operations for Macalester’s varsity athletic, club, intramural and recreational programs.

The intern will see all aspects of the underbelly of athletics including the implementation process for the strategic plan for the Department of Athletics and Recreation.

Provides support for game day operations, compliance, alumni engagement and serves in an advisory role with the Macalester's Student Athlete Advisory Committee.

Contributes to the planning, promotion and organization of departmental special events (annual golf fundraising tournament, Hall of Fame dinner, special game day promotions and the spring sports recognition banquet) as well as any post season championships or competitions.

Supports Department DEI initiatives, participates on the departments DEI team, advises a student athletic affinity group or SAAC.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletics Administration, Sports Management, Business
• 1-3 years of related athletics operations experience.
• Ability to review data and manipulate or produce information in spreadsheets.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in website management, statistical software, desktop publishing, and social media.
• Support to the Director of Athletics, creating and finishing projects and reports, organizing meetings and support for departmental events.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills.

Compensation :

This position was made possible through the NCAA’s Ethnic Minority and Women’s Internship Grant. The hourly wage for this position will be depending on experience.

Benefits :

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights :

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan.
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our .

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines :

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by June 21st .

No resumes will be accepted after this date.

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

Macalester College - Institutional Overview

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders.

Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world.

Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another.

Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community.

We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship.

We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.