Athletics Public Address Announcer Job at Inside Higher Ed in West Kingston

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).

The public address announcer position is responsible for informing everyone in attendance at an athletic contest of any and all pertinent information that is occurring during the event. In addition, the PA announcer must do commercial “reads” throughout the game or event. The ability to annunciate clearly and accurately and project to a large crowd is necessary. In addition, knowledge of the event, its rules, and the appropriate time to announce is extremely important. At times, the PA Announcer will need to collect starters from coaching staffs prior to the game and proof the script for accuracy.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties.

Qualifications

• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of a given sport's rules and regulations.
• This position also requires a knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn, specific game protocol as it pertains to Ivy League and NCAA rules.
• During events, the public address announcer may have to interact with and work alongside the following: 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/athletic venue in order to accurately announce information.
• Must have an excellent speaking voice and ability to project and annunciate and the ability to 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.

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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.

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