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Graduate Assistant Facilities and Event Management


Job Location:

Little Rock, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


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Closing Date:


Type of Position:
Graduate Assistant


Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.

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Department:
Athletics


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Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks a Facilities and Events Graduate Assistant who will serve under the direction of the Associate AD for Facilities and Events. This position will assist in a number of capacities including game management set up and breakdowns of athletic facilities working with on campus and off campus stakeholders and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
  • Regular admission to a UA Little Rock graduate degree program or good standing with the UA Little Rock Graduate School for continuing graduate students;
  • Ability to work required hours (FT 50% - 20 hours per week) with regular attendance.


Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist in the daily operations and maintenance of facilities;
  • Assist in event set ups and breakdowns;
  • Support game day operations for all home athletic events;
  • Support crowd management event flow and customer service during athletic events;
  • Compliance with all NCAA conference and institutional rules;
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of NCAA conference and University rules;
  • Ability to interact in a professional manner with people and present a positive image of the University;
  • Ability to complete physical task
  • Ability to communicate effectively with coaches staff and clients
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel;
  • Must have a good driving record a valid drivers license and proof of insurance;
  • Ability to work nights and weekends with extensive travel.



Additional Information:


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Michael Gibbs () Senior Associate AD for Internal Operations


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Standing Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
No

Required Experience:

Junior IC