Federal Work Study - Women's Basketball Student Manager at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Federal Work Study - Women's Basketball Student Manager Location: Middle GA State University Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 291179 About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary The Middle Georgia State University Women¿s Basketball Program is seeking a dedicated and reliable student to serve as a Student Manager. This position is ideal for students who have a passion for sports, leadership, and team culture. The student manager will assist the coaching staff with daily operations, practice and game setup, equipment management, and other essential duties that support the success and professionalism of the program.Responsibilities Assist in daily team operations including setup and breakdown for practices and games.Manage and maintain team equipment, uniforms, and practice gear.Record and organize practice or game film when needed.Support coaches during practice with drills, clock management, and player needs.Assist with home game operations such as bench setup, water, and stat coordination.Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional locker room and team facility.Participate in community service and campus engagement initiatives with the program.Handle administrative or logistical tasks as assigned (laundry, errands, etc.).Serve as a positive ambassador for the Women's Basketball Program and MGA Athletics.Required Qualifications Minimum GPA of 2.0 and be currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student in at least 6 credit hoursStudent must maintain satisfactory academic progress.Must be a currently enrolled Middle Georgia State University student eligible for Federal Work Study.Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.Punctual and able to manage time effectively.Ability to follow directions and communicate well with coaches and players.Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to a high-level college athletic environment.Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with athletics or team management is preferred but not required.USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - LearningEqual Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.