Athletics Public Address Announcer Job at Inside Higher Ed in Providence

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Brown University

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Brown University Athletics is seeking candidates for multiple Athletics Public Address Announcer positions. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 34 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI).

Responsibilities

• The public address announcer is responsible for informing everyone in attendance at an athletic contest of all pertinent information occurring during the event.
• Make commercial reads throughout the game or event.
• Ability to articulate clearly, project to a large crowd, and read announcements in a timely fashion.
• Know the event, its rules, and the appropriate time to announce; collect starters from coaching staffs prior to the game and proof the script for accuracy as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of a given sports rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, specific game protocol as it pertains to Ivy League and NCAA rules.
• During events, may interact with assigned game officials, Athletic Communications staff, Event Management staff, and Marketing and Promotions staff.
• Must be able to observe and react to events on the field/court/venue to accurately announce information.
• Must have an excellent speaking voice and the ability to project, enunciate, and read announcements in a timely fashion.
• Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Background Check - Criminal, Education. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits

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Job Details

• Recruiting Start Date: 2024-07-16
• Job Posting Title: Athletics Public Address Announcer
• Department: Athletics and Recreation
• Grade: Grade 7
• Worker Type: Employee
• Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
• Time Type: Part time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10
• Position Work Location: Onsite

Equity, Diversity And Inclusion
All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

EEO Statement
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person\'s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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