Graduate Assistant - Athletics (6 Open Positions)

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Closing Date:

02/27/2026

Type of Position: Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position:

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Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Closing Date:

02/27/2026

Type of Position: Graduate Assistant

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

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Department: Administration

Department's Website:

https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/
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Summary of Job Duties: The University of Arkansas Department of Athletics provides the opportunity for Graduate Assistants to gain two years of experience working within Razorback Athletics. There are multiple Graduate Assistant positions available. Graduate Assistants will obtain practical experience and be provided the opportunity to build positive relationships with various professionals in the field. Areas for positions listed below:

Marketing Graduate Assistant (2 Positions) - Assist in creating and implementing marketing plans for assigned sports. Communicate with coaching staffs to develop and implement marketing and promotional plans. Create strategies for fan engagement and attendance. Act as game producer for assigned sports. Assist in training interns within the marketing department – including gameday execution, creating timing sheets, scriptwriting on-campus promotion, and event setup. Other duties as assigned.

Event Management/Operations Graduate Assistant (1 Position) - Assist in the planning process and implementation of various aspects of Game Day operations. Assist in the organization and supervision of third-party Game Day staff and various aspects of event/gameday setup. Develop knowledge and understanding of budgeting and facility maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

Compliance Graduate Assistant (1 Position) - Assist the Athletics Compliance Office in the management of compliance projects/reports, including preparation of educational newsletters for student-athletes and staff and monitoring of playing and practice seasons, camps and clinics, coaching limitations, complimentary admissions, and recruiting. Interact with student-athletes, coaches, staff, campus liaisons, and other institutions frequently. Other duties as assigned.

Graduate Assistant - Athletic Business Office (2 Positions) - The Graduate Assistant - Athletic Business Office Financial Analyst will gain experience in the daily operations of the Athletics Business Office. This position will assist in the areas of financial reporting, procurement, accounts payable, travel, accounts receivable, ticket office accounting, and other business operations. This position reports to the Assistant AD for Finance & Reporting and will also support the other members of the Athletics Business Office.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrollment or acceptance into a University of Arkansas two-year graduate program and/or law school

• Strong interest in working in intercollegiate athletics

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent organization, oral and interpersonal communication, analytical and writing skills

• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office)

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, professional environment and meet established work deadlines

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work evenings and weekend

Additional Information:

See special instructions to complete one way interview as part of application process.

Salary Information:

$19,260.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/U...  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to complete a one-way virtual interview. Applicants must use the link below to access the interview. Once the link is opened, applicants will have three (3) days to complete and submit their interview.

🔗 One-Way Interview Link:
https://hire.li/\_9I9gQcabB8v5dos7EFDM

Please note:

Completion of the one-way interview is required for an application to be considered complete.
The interview must be submitted within three (3) days of accessing the link.
All interviews must be completed no later than three (3) days following the position closing date to be eligible for consideration.
Applications that do not include a completed one-way interview by the deadline will not be reviewed.
Applicants are encouraged to plan accordingly to ensure timely completion.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: No

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