EVENT STAFF

Athletic Event Workers may also assist with daily operations assignments, including stadium security, facility monitoring, and support for external events hosted within NSU Athletics facilities. Candidates must be available to work during the 2026 Football Season to remain eligible for assignments associated with other Norfolk State University athletic events, including baseball, softball, track and field, women's flag football, tennis, and volleyball. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Assist Athletics Operations staff with the preparation, setup, execution, and breakdown of athletic events and activities. · Support ticketing operations, including ticket sales, ticket taking, and assisting guests with event-entry procedures. · Assist with parking operations and the direction of vehicles and guests during athletic events. · Provide ushering, crowd-management, and general event-support services as assigned. · Assist with event and venue security functions in accordance with established Athletics and University procedures. · Support facility operations by serving as a facility rover or assisting with monitoring designated areas before, during, and after events. · Assist with venue setup, including preparing operational areas and ensuring facilities are ready for event-day activities. · Support general venue maintenance and cleanliness before, during, and following events. · Provide professional and courteous customer service to students, employees, guests, fans, vendors, and other event participants. · Follow instructions provided by Athletics Operations supervisors and assigned event-management personnel. · Maintain a professional appearance and demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and appropriate workplace conduct. · Comply with all applicable Norfolk State University and Department of Athletics policies, procedures, safety requirements, and event protocols. · Perform other duties and event-related responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications · High school diploma or GED. · No previous related experience is required. · No specific license, registration, or certification is required. · Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of an event-operations team. · Ability to communicate professionally and provide effective customer service in a fast-paced environment. · Ability to work a flexible schedule based on athletic events and operational needs. Physical Requirements The position requires the ability to perform duties that may involve lifting, extensive walking, and/or prolonged periods of standing. Employees may also be required to work in environments involving: · Outdoor weather conditions. · Large crowds. · Elevated music and event noise levels. · Extended periods of physical activity during event setup, operations, and breakdown. Work Schedule This position requires flexibility to work: · Days · Evenings · Weekends · Athletic events and other scheduled activities as assigned Work schedules will vary based on Norfolk State University Athletics event and facility needs. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Core Expectations The Athletic Event Worker is expected to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, strong customer service, effective communication, and a willingness to assist wherever needed to support successful athletic events. Employees must work collaboratively with Athletics staff and other event personnel while helping maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for student-athletes, spectators, guests, and the University community. Wage employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked and are limited to working 1500 hours per year and can only work a maximum of 29 hours a week. Work hours must be counted on the basis of the twelve-month period beginning May 1 of each year and April 30 of the following year. Wage employees in all agencies (all branches of government) are limited to working no more than 1500 hours during each twelve-month period of May 1-April 30. Should you work 1500 hours prior to April 30, your services will be terminated immediately. You will not be eligible for employment again until May 1. It is the responsibility of the employee and supervisor, as well as the Office of Human Resources, to monitor these hours to ensure compliance to policy. Wage employees may not earn leave nor do they have access to the Grievance Procedure process. They are not covered by the provision of the Virginia Personnel Act and are not entitled to the benefits afforded employees occupying classified positions. Special Instructions: You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following: 1. A letter of interest (via cover letter). 2. A current resume (via resume). 3. Complete Commonwealth of Virginia State Application. 4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts). 5. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume). Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or résumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 757-823-8160 Email: NO EMAILED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. 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