Employment Opportunities
The University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics is currently accepting applications for the following positions. Apply online through the Illinois employment page unless otherwise stated in the position description.
Position Type: Full-Time Positions | Post-Graduate Positions | Student Positions
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Part-Time Positions
Premium Seating University of Illinois Champaign
Primary Position Function:
These positions are PART TIME and event based which means you work what fits your schedule! Whether you're looking for work experience in the sports industry or extra income, Rhino allows you to sign up online for any available shifts that fit your availability. These are fast-paced, fun events that will keep you on your toes!
Positions Available:
Expectations:
- Available to work ALL home football games in addition to training sessions
- 18 years of age
- Strong communication skills
- Offer the highest level of customer service for all patrons in the Premium Seating areas
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude and appearance
- Ability to efficiently problem solve
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that patrons have proper ticket or credential for access to premium spaces
- Effectively and efficiently handle patrons' concerns as they arise
- Enhance guests' game day experience
- Demonstrate understanding of policies and procedures within premium space(s)
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for all guests
Work Environment:
- Will be spending a considerable duration of time standing/walking
- Will work as part of a team to ensure the best experience for guests
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years or older
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Be able to stand for long periods of time (outside, possibly in the elements)
- Must have reliable transportation and be available to work on weekends
- Strong customer service skills preferred
- Comfortable speaking with strangers and answering questions
To Apply:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2371623/Teall-Capital-Partners/Illinois-Premium-Seating-Staff-Member
Gameday Staffing University of Illinois Champaign
Primary Position Function:
These positions are PART TIME and event based which means you work what fits your schedule! Whether you're looking for work experience in the sports industry or extra income, Rhino allows you to sign up online for any available shifts that fit your availability. These are fast-paced, fun events that will keep you on your toes!
Positions Available:
- Ushers
- Ticket Scanners
- Parking Attendants
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years or older
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Be able to stand for long periods of time (outside, possibly in the elements)
- Must have reliable transportation and be available to work on weekends
- Strong customer service skills preferred
- Comfortable speaking with strangers and answering questions
To Apply:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2252928/Teall-Capital-Partners/Customer-Service-University-of-Illinois-Champaign
Security at University of Illinois Champaign
Primary Position Function:
These positions are PART TIME and event based which means you work what fits your schedule! Whether you're looking for work experience in the sports industry or extra income, Rhino allows you to sign up online for any available shifts that fit your availability. These are fast-paced, fun events that will keep you on your toes! Rhino is a REVELXP company that provides highly trained event staffing to elevate the overall event day experience for fans. Through a wide range of event management services for sports and entertainment facilities, Rhino provides unsurpassed customer service.
Positions Available:
- Gate Security
- Bag Checking
- Access Control
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years or older
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Be able to stand for long periods of time (outside, possibly in the elements)
- Must have reliable transportation and be available to work on weekends
- Strong customer service skills preferred
- Have a current unarmed security license or be willing to go through the process to receive one
To Apply:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2252957/Teall-Capital-Partners/Security-at-University-of-Illinois-Champaign
Post-Graduate Positions
None at this time
Armory Track & Floor Cashier/Floor Supervisor
Primary Function – Assist with operations of the Armory Track and Floor during public use hours and all events hosted inside the facility.
Semester Hours of Staffing (Seasonal, October – April):
Monday – Friday: 5:45am-10pm/12am
Saturday – Sunday: 7:45am – 5:00pm
*hours will vary depending on nature of events hosted in the space
Break Period Hours of Staffing:
Monday – Friday: 7:45am-10:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 7:45am – 5:15pm
Qualifications:
- All undergraduate staff must be enrolled in at least 6 university credit hours per semester at the University of Illinois.
- Per University of Illinois regulations, all staff must have a bank account for direct deposit.
- Per NCAA regulations, High School and Junior College students are not eligible for employment at the Armory Track & Floor due to its affiliation with the U of I Division of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Duties & Expectations: (*Staff are responsible for understanding both duties)
Cashier:
- Check in patrons ensuring compliance with access.
- Process financial transactions associated with daily fees.
- Gain an understanding of the facility to comfortably answer questions pertaining to the facility.
- Serve additionally as Floor Supervisor when one is not scheduled.
- Attend periodic staff meetings.
- Be available for shifts as early as 6am or as late as 12am all days of the week.
- Maintain a neat & orderly work station utilized by all front desk staff.
- Respect the needs and requests from fellow coworkers, facility staff, and patrons.
- Assist with cleaning and organization of the track & floor area
Floor Supervisor:
Monitor all activities taking place on the track and floor.
- Physically walk around facility ensuring that all activities and equipment are within the policies of the Armory Track & Floor.
- Verbally confront patrons who are engaging in activities inappropriate for the facility.
- Move equipment when necessary within supervisor’s ability (up to or more than 50 pounds).
- Perform cleaning duties within the track & floor area.
- Monitor and handle all needs of organizations that privately reserve facility.
- Respect the needs and requests from fellow coworkers, facility staff, and patrons.
Track and Field & Cross Country Meets
- Assist with setup, operations, and teardown of all collegiate and third-party track and field meets hosted at the Armory Track and Floor.
- Assist with setup, operations, and teardown collegiate Cross Country (Fall) and Outdoor Track and Field Meets (Spring).
Compensation: Minimum Wage
To apply, please complete this application and email the application to uiarmorytrack@illinois.edu.
Atkins Golf Club Student Job Opportunities
Atkins Golf Club (home to Fighting Illini Golf) at the University of Illinois in Urbana, Ill., is owned by the Illinois Athletics and managed by Troon Golf.
AGC hires throughout the year and looks for student employees to fill positions.
They currently hire in the following areas:
*Golf Operations, Food & Beverage Operations, Banquets & Events, Golf Course Maintenance
If interested in working with Troon Golf, please go to their website https://www.troon.com/career-opportunities/ , click on find jobs with Troon worldwide and search “Atkins” for the most up to date positions available. Internship opportunities are available in Agronomy, Retail Management and Hospitality & Events. For internship information, please contact Jim.Buyze@troon.com
Atkins Tennis Center Front Desk
Hours of Staffing; Labor Day to Memorial Day
Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 10:30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 7:30am – 10:30pm
Hours of Staffing; Memorial Day to Labor Day
Monday – Friday: 6:30am – 9:30pm
Saturday – Sunday: 7:30am – 8:30pm
Qualifications
- All undergraduate staff must be enrolled in at least 6 university credit hours per semester at the University of Illinois.
- Per University of Illinois regulations, all staff must have a bank account for direct deposit.
- Per NCAA regulations, High School and Junior College students are not eligible for employment at the Atkins Tennis Center due to its affiliation with the U of I Division of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Duties & Expectations
- Serve as first point of contact for patrons of the Atkins Tennis Facility involving many layers of use for the University and community.
- Check in patrons ensuring compliance with access.
- Quickly learn and understand the Club Automation software used for all transactions including clinics, leagues, private lessons, court rentals, pro shop merchandise purchases, and special events.
- Process financial transactions for clinics, leagues, private lessons, court fees, pro shop merchandise purchases, and special events.
- Open and close the facility as scheduled following all guidelines with the door and alarm system.
- Assist with special events as needed.
- Attend periodic staff meetings.
- Ability to commute to the south part of campus in a reliable and timely manner in all conditions.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude and appearance.
- Accept an active role in learning the expectations and general operations of the facility.
- Work shifts as scheduled or find a sub when a reoccurring shift cannot be worked.
- Restring tennis rackets.
- Problem solve issues regarding on-court activities or pro shop requests.
- Respect the needs and requests from fellow coworkers, facility staff, and patrons.
- Maintain a neat & orderly work station utilized by all front desk staff.
- Straighten, organize, and inventory pro shop merchandise items.
- Remain compliant with university and Big Ten/NCAA policies and procedures.
Compensation
Minimum wage
To Apply
Fill out the application and return to Brandon Lenfert at bdlenfer@illinois.edu.
Event Management Student Ambassador
Primary Position Function
Illinois Event Management Student Ambassadors are responsible for assisting in the operations of Fighting Illini Athletic Events.
Expectations
- Full time undergraduate and graduate student at the University of Illinois
- Available to work mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Ability to take initiative and have consistent and strong work ethic
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude and appearance
- Including following the assigned dress code
- Ability to work through various weather conditions and temperatures
- Strong communications skills
- Ability to efficiently problem solve
Responsibilities
- Assist with the set up and break down of Fighting Illini sporting events
- Work all home football games
- Assist with hospitality and customer service for NCAA, B1G and IHSA Championships
- Support Event Management Staff with day of operations for Olympic Sports
- Quickly learn and understand game/meet day operations
- Problem solve issues regarding game/meet
- Effectively communicate with visiting teams, officials, and other event staff
- Accept an active role in learning the expectations and general operations of the facility
- Respect the needs and requests from fellow coworkers, facility staff, and patrons
- Remain compliant with university and Big Ten/NCAA policies and procedures
Compensation
Minimum Wage
To Apply
Fill out the application and return to Event Management at diaeventmanagement@illinois.edu.
Street Team, Fighting Illini Marketing Team
Join the Fighting Illini Marketing Team and gain valuable sports marketing, advertising and event presentation experience. Prepare yourself for a post-graduate career in sports marketing.
Street Team Responsibilities
- Assist with various marketing and promotional efforts at assigned Fighting Illini athletic events and at events in the Champaign-Urbana community.
- Assist with the setup of marketing tables (Fighting Illini Fan Headquarters), execute in-game promotions, provide customer service to fans, distribute posters and other marketing materials, and other duties as assigned.
- Must be available for at least 75% of all events per season (fall, winter and spring); night and weekend availability is necessary.
- This position will run the duration of the academic year, ending with an evaluation and performance review from Marketing Assistants and full-time staff.
- Street Team members are unpaid, however, members who excel in the role will be considered for paid positions upon availability.
Room to Grow
After serving as a Street Team member, students can grow their experience by being elevated to the role of Marketing Assistant, which includes secondary roles with assigned sports, office hours and special projects.
Street Team Expectations
- Must be a University of Illinois student
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays if needed
- Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a time sensitive, team-oriented environment
- Initiative, dedication, and a strong work ethic
Compensation
Unpaid, but paid as a Marketing Assistant
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter to DIAMarketing@illinois.edu to apply. In your cover letter, please state what qualifies you for the position and what you could bring to our team in this role.
