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Football Assistant

Categories: Athletics, Collaboration & teamwork, Communication, Critical thinking & problem solving, Intercultural perspectives, Professionalism, Student

Department: Athletics

Football Assistant

  • 497466
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Federal Work Study Student
  • Closing on: Jan 12 2026
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Salary/Position Classification

  • $12.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 15-20 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefitted position. Only UND students that qualify for Federal Work Study are eligible to be hired into this position.

This is the opportunity to gain experience and contribute to the success of the Division I Football Program at the University of North Dakota in the competitive Missouri Valley Football Conference.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • This position will have the ability to work in many different areas of the football program.
  • Potential duties include, but are not limited to o assisting the recruiting coordinator on game day
  • Retrieval and sorting of mail
  • Filming practice
  • Filming games
  • Recruiting data
  • Retrieval and sorting of mail
  • Answering phones and communicating correspondence with UND Football Staff
  • Student Equipment Manager role:
  • Practice set-up and break down on a daily basis
  • Work with coaches during practice to help set-up and execute the drills
  • Learn how to properly fit and maintain equipment such as helmets and shoulder pads
  • Taught how to properly maintain an accurate inventory on a daily basis
  • Locker room set-up for all home games
  • Perform game day duties that will be specified by the DFO
  • Equipment maintenance and cleaning
  • Ensure proper storage of equipment
  • Other projects assigned
  • This position has some regular duties assigned but also assists the office, as needs arise, with varied projects.

Minimum Requirements

  • Successful completion of criminal history records check
  • Experience with Office Technology preferred (ex. copying machine)
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and 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.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume
• Cover Letter - Address why you want to work in sports in general and for UND Football in particular

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 und.careerservices@und.edu.

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability. 

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.