Track and Field Event Announcer
Track and Field Event Announcer
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Job Description
Salary/Position Classification
- $12.00 hourly NonExempt (Eligible for overtime)
- 1520 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
This is a parttime nonbenefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.
Duties & Responsibilities
- The Public Address (PA) Announcer for a track and field sporting event is responsible for delivering clear engaging and accurate announcements to inform and entertain spectators athletes and event staff. The role requires strong communication skills knowledge of track and field events and the ability to maintain a professional and energetic presence throughout the event.
- Event Announcements: Provide realtime updates on race starts results athlete introductions and event schedules with clarity and enthusiasm.
- Athlete and Team Information: Announce athlete names affiliations and relevant achievements accurately ensuring proper pronunciation.
- Crowd Engagement: Energize the audience with commentary event highlights and encouragement to enhance the spectator experience.
- Coordination with Officials: Work closely with event organizers timers and officials to ensure accurate and timely delivery of results and other critical information.
- Safety and Emergency Announcements: Communicate safety protocols emergency procedures or weatherrelated updates as directed by event management.
- Scripted Content: Deliver sponsor messages promotional announcements and other scripted content in a professional manner.
- Event Flow Management: Maintain a smooth flow of announcements adapting to schedule changes or unexpected delays while keeping the audience informed.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods in a press box or announcers booth.
- Comfort working in various weather conditions (outdoor events).
- Ability to project voice clearly in noisy or crowded environments
Required Competencies
- Responsible
- Accountable
- Dedicated to fulfilling tasks in a timely manner.
- Willing and able to follow the directions of supervisors
Minimum Requirements
- Experience: Prior experience in public speaking broadcasting or announcing preferably in sports or live events.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of track and field events terminology and rules to provide accurate and insightful commentary.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication with a clear confident voice and the ability to engage diverse audiences.
Professionalism: Ability to remain calm under pressure adapt to dynamic event conditions and maintain a positive demeanor.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with PA systems microphones and basic audio equipment; ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues is a plus.
Teamwork: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with event staff officials and other announcers.
Language Skills: Proficiency in the primary language of the event; multilingual abilities are an asset for international or diverse audiences. - Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
To Apply
For full consideration applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
Resume
Cover Letter
Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so include which agency/department as well as how many hours you work a week.
Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume cover letter reviews and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at .
Employment Type
Student
