Operations Assistant, Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation
Rhode Island College, Providence, RI, United States
Operations Assistant, Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation
Position Title Operations Assistant, Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation
Division President's Office Division
Department Name Athletics and Recreation
Position Type Staff - Non Classified
Position Overview The Operations Assistant for Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation provides operational and logistical support for Rhode Island College’s athletic, recreation, and club sports programs. This role assists with the preparation and set‑up of practices, competitions, and events, while supporting daily equipment room operations including gear preparation, laundry, and equipment distribution. The position also helps coordinate equipment inventory and maintenance, assists with facility operations for athletic and community events, and supports web broadcasting and other technical needs for athletic programs. The Operations Assistant works closely with athletic department staff to ensure that facilities, equipment, and operational needs are prepared efficiently to support student‑athletes and campus recreation activities.
Primary Purpose To provide overall, general support to the intercollegiate athletic, campus recreation and club sport programming with specific emphasis on equipment standards and equipment room operations.
Assist in ensuring that ancillary requirements and set‑ups are available for all intercollegiate programs’ practices and games (i.e., scoreboards, game lines, cleanliness, etc.).
Daily support of all equipment room operations including game and practice gear preparation, laundry and distribution/retrieval of equipment.
Assist with web broadcasting production and equipment set‑up and operations.
Coordinates the usage and regular maintenance of the department vehicle fleet.
Assist in facility oversight for community‑based income producing events as needed.
Assist in the oversight of ancillary protocols and operations for sports’ camps and sports’ instructional schools.
Assist in the inventory, inspection and maintenance of program equipment to ensure its safe operation for students and student‑athletes.
Occasional Duties
May be required to drive Athletic Department Van to and/or from events.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Operations or the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Able to learn quickly and adjust in a fast‑paced, technical environment.
Possess highly developed organizational skills.
Capability to follow established policies, procedures and protocols.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all campus constituencies.
Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Driver’s License.
Hold current AEMA Certification, or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Computer literacy with relevant scheduling and inventory platforms.
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in relevant field of study
Experience: Two years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics, recreation or coaching or a relevant professional field.
Preferred Qualifications Does this position have Direct Reports? No
Environmental Conditions The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.
FLSA FLSA Exempt
Salary Grade Salary Grade 6NC
Full Time / Part Time Full-time
Proposed Starting Salary Range $45,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule The work schedule may vary depending on the operational needs of the athletic programs and may require evening, weekend, and occasional travel to support practices, competitions, and other related activities.
Benefits Full‑time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:
Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
Wellness Incentives and Rewards
Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
Disability and Insurance Benefits
Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI
Reports To (Title) Assistant Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Operations
Posting Information Number of Positions Available 1
Application Open Date 03/19/2026
AA / ADA Statement As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.
Supplemental Questions
Do you have an earned bachelor's degree?
yes
no
Do you have at least two years' experience in intercollegiate athletics, recreation, coaching, or a relevant professional field?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Rhode Island College 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue Providence, RI 02908 (401) 456-8216 www.ric.edu
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Division President's Office Division
Department Name Athletics and Recreation
Position Type Staff - Non Classified
Position Overview The Operations Assistant for Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation provides operational and logistical support for Rhode Island College’s athletic, recreation, and club sports programs. This role assists with the preparation and set‑up of practices, competitions, and events, while supporting daily equipment room operations including gear preparation, laundry, and equipment distribution. The position also helps coordinate equipment inventory and maintenance, assists with facility operations for athletic and community events, and supports web broadcasting and other technical needs for athletic programs. The Operations Assistant works closely with athletic department staff to ensure that facilities, equipment, and operational needs are prepared efficiently to support student‑athletes and campus recreation activities.
Primary Purpose To provide overall, general support to the intercollegiate athletic, campus recreation and club sport programming with specific emphasis on equipment standards and equipment room operations.
Assist in ensuring that ancillary requirements and set‑ups are available for all intercollegiate programs’ practices and games (i.e., scoreboards, game lines, cleanliness, etc.).
Daily support of all equipment room operations including game and practice gear preparation, laundry and distribution/retrieval of equipment.
Assist with web broadcasting production and equipment set‑up and operations.
Coordinates the usage and regular maintenance of the department vehicle fleet.
Assist in facility oversight for community‑based income producing events as needed.
Assist in the oversight of ancillary protocols and operations for sports’ camps and sports’ instructional schools.
Assist in the inventory, inspection and maintenance of program equipment to ensure its safe operation for students and student‑athletes.
Occasional Duties
May be required to drive Athletic Department Van to and/or from events.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Operations or the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Able to learn quickly and adjust in a fast‑paced, technical environment.
Possess highly developed organizational skills.
Capability to follow established policies, procedures and protocols.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all campus constituencies.
Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Driver’s License.
Hold current AEMA Certification, or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Computer literacy with relevant scheduling and inventory platforms.
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in relevant field of study
Experience: Two years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics, recreation or coaching or a relevant professional field.
Preferred Qualifications Does this position have Direct Reports? No
Environmental Conditions The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.
FLSA FLSA Exempt
Salary Grade Salary Grade 6NC
Full Time / Part Time Full-time
Proposed Starting Salary Range $45,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule The work schedule may vary depending on the operational needs of the athletic programs and may require evening, weekend, and occasional travel to support practices, competitions, and other related activities.
Benefits Full‑time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:
Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
Wellness Incentives and Rewards
Paid time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
Disability and Insurance Benefits
Education Benefits – Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI
Reports To (Title) Assistant Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Operations
Posting Information Number of Positions Available 1
Application Open Date 03/19/2026
AA / ADA Statement As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and to expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.
Supplemental Questions
Do you have an earned bachelor's degree?
yes
no
Do you have at least two years' experience in intercollegiate athletics, recreation, coaching, or a relevant professional field?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Rhode Island College 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue Providence, RI 02908 (401) 456-8216 www.ric.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr