Graduate Assistant - Ticket Operations & Sales
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Nov 01, 2023
Expired Date: Sep 04, 2024QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
Unknown -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Part-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
Stu02889P
Home Org Name
Athletic Ticket Office
Division Name
Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
Stu02889P
Home Org Name
Athletic Ticket Office
Division Name
Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title
Graduate Assistant - Ticket Operations & Sales
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
Auburn University Athletics, a member of the Southeastern Conference, invites applications for a Ticket Operations & Sales graduate assistant position to begin in August 2024.
Essential Functions
Opportunities and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Becoming proficient in Paciolan ticketing system including building, selling, managing inventory, online sales, promotions, communications and working with other departments such as marketing and communications to sell and promote assigned sport(s). Utilization of Salesforce CRM and our partnerships with FEVO, VetTix, and SeatGeek to ensure our tickets are distributed in many different ways. Provide excellent customer service to our fans, donors, students, and outside entities. Serve as secondary ticket operations and secondary group sales contact for assigned sports. Responsible for working each home football event. Assist in day-to-day operations of the ticket office including inbound phone calls, answering emails, and overseeing Ticket Office training. Assist in supervising selected basketball, gymnastics, baseball and softball events. Training Student Staff, equipment setup, and testing for gamedays. Will gain experience with our outbound sales team in strategy, implementation, and execution of sales practices. Making outbound calls for new, returning, and group sales for various sports.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled as an Auburn University graduate student. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Advertising, Sport Management or a related field. Acceptance into graduate school at Auburn University is required before candidate can officially be offered the position. Position requires a two-year commitment. Applicants selected for the position must then apply for and be accepted into the Auburn University graduate school. Position includes graduate school tuition waiver and monthly stipend.To be on assistantship, the following is required: Enrollment in a degree-seeking program Satisfy the minimum load specifications of the individual departments and be making satisfactory progress toward the degree The candidate must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and a willingness to work nights and weekend hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Paciolan ticket system is helpful but not required Experience working in collegiate or professional sports are preferred
Pay Rate
$1,235.05/monthly
Work Hours
20
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
10/04/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Student Participation in Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan and Associated Taxable Benefit Implications: By answering yes below, I acknowledge my understanding that being a Graduate Assistant (GRADA) enrolls me in the Auburn University Section 127 Educational Benefit Plan (26 U.S. Code § 127) (Plan). As such, if my assistantship work activities are aligned with my overall education program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will not be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits received exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year. However, should my assistantship work activities NOT be aligned with my overall educational program of study (as defined in the Essential Functions within the posting), I will be responsible for the taxation and withholding requirements for the value of tuition fellowship benefits exceeding the Internal Revenue Service defined threshold -- currently $5,250 per calendar year.
- Yes
- No
* Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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* Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Advertising, Sport Management or a related field?
- Yes
- No
* Are you currently an enrolled Graduate Student at Auburn University or will be during the semester of assistantship?
- Yes
- No
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