Athletics Positions

Title:  Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Communications

Position Type: Part-Time

Department: Athletics

About Augustana University:

Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Guided by Viking Bold:  The Journey to 2030, the comprehensive strategic plan for Augustana University, Augustana Athletics' vision for the foreseeable future is twofold: 1. Build a nationally competitive men's hockey program that competes at the Division I level 2. Win the Division II Learfield Director's Cup celebrating broad based excellence.

With the addition of the $70 million Midco Arena, Augustana Athletics is launched the first collegiate hockey program in South Dakota in 2023 and is also the first athletics program to compete at Division I that calls Sioux Falls home. Currently with 21 NCAA Division II sports programs, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016.  Viking Athletics finished #7 nationally in the Division II Learfield Director’s Cup in 2021-22 and also won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All Sports Award.  

Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Communications

Augustana University (SD) is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Communications, 12-month Master’s in Sports Administration and Leadership program, averaging 15 hours per week, within our Athletics Department. 

An Augustana graduate fellowship or scholarship is offered to students pursuing a Master of Sports Administration & Leadership (MSAL) who must execute 480 internship hours within the Augustana University Athletics Department. This is an unpaid position that offers a 50% tuition benefit, and is based on admission into the Augustana MSAL Program and completion of this application, including the required essay and an interview with a member of the athletics department. AU graduate fellowships are competitive with limited availability per area of interest. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the AU MSAL Program. Student-athletes and graduate assistants are not eligible for a graduate fellowship. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:  

• The graduate fellow will work closely with the athletic communications staff to assist with operational needs of an NCAA Division II athletic program that competes at the NCAA Division I level in men’s hockey, and will receive an invaluable experience working with our programs, student-athletes, coaches, and campus staff. 

• Assist with organizing and recording game statistics at athletic events.

• Assist with facilitate day-to-day operations within the athletics communication’s office (produce weekly game notes, assist with players of the week nominations.

• Assist with scheduling and coordinating student athlete and coaches’ interviews for assigned sports.

• Assist with game day webcasting, writing storylines, game notes, news releases, and social media content.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A knowledge of athletic communications (i.e., statistics, pre/post-game story writing, social media)

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree is required.

• Admission into the Augustana University MSAL Program. 

• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer application knowledge and demonstrates initiative.

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure: 

Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials should be submitted in one document to our career center.  If assistance is needed during the application process, please contact humanresources@augie.edu.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references 

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.

Title:  Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Compliance

Position Type: Part-Time

Department: Athletics

About Augustana University:

Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Guided by Viking Bold:  The Journey to 2030, the comprehensive strategic plan for Augustana University, Augustana Athletics' vision for the foreseeable future is twofold: 1. Build a nationally competitive men's hockey program that competes at the Division I level 2. Win the Division II Learfield Director's Cup celebrating broad based excellence.

With the addition of the $70 million Midco Arena, Augustana Athletics is launched the first collegiate hockey program in South Dakota in 2023 and is also the first athletics program to compete at Division I that calls Sioux Falls home. Currently with 21 NCAA Division II sports programs, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016.  Viking Athletics finished #7 nationally in the Division II Learfield Director’s Cup in 2021-22 and also won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All Sports Award.  

Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Compliance

Augustana University (SD) is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Compliance, 12-month Master’s in Sports Administration and Leadership program, averaging 15 hours per week, within our Athletics Department. 

An Augustana graduate fellowship or scholarship is offered to students pursuing a Master of Sports Administration & Leadership (MSAL) who must execute 480 internship hours within the Augustana University Athletics Department. This is an unpaid position that offers a 50% tuition benefit, and is based on admission into the Augustana MSAL Program and completion of this application, including the required essay and an interview with a member of the athletics department. AU graduate fellowships are competitive with limited availability per area of interest. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the AU MSAL Program. Student-athletes and graduate assistants are not eligible for a graduate fellowship. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:  

• The graduate fellow will work closely with our athletic compliance staff and other university staff to assist with the operational needs of a NCAA Division II athletic department that competes at the NCAA Division I level in men’s hockey, and will receive invaluable experience working with our programs, student-athletes, coaches, and campus staff. 

• Assist with reviewing and monitoring athletic eligibility for all 22 intercollegiate sports teams.

• Assist with monitoring countable athletic related activity.

• Assist with rules education and interpretation. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A knowledge of athletic operations (i.e., compliance, game day management, fundraising, marketing, promotions, ticketing) through an internship or undergraduate experience. 

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree is required.

• Admission into the Augustana University MSAL Program. 

• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer application knowledge and demonstrates initiative.

• Other Information: 

• The graduate fellow will be required to a confidentiality statement to work with the athletic compliance office.

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure: 

Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials should be submitted in one document to our career center. If assistance is needed during the application process, please contact humanresources@augie.edu.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references 

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.

Title:  Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Operations

Position Type: Part-Time

Department: Athletics

About Augustana University:

Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Guided by Viking Bold:  The Journey to 2030, the comprehensive strategic plan for Augustana University, Augustana Athletics' vision for the foreseeable future is twofold: 1. Build a nationally competitive men's hockey program that competes at the Division I level 2. Win the Division II Learfield Director's Cup celebrating broad based excellence.

With the addition of the $70 million Midco Arena, Augustana Athletics is launched the first collegiate hockey program in South Dakota in 2023 and is also the first athletics program to compete at Division I that calls Sioux Falls home. Currently with 21 NCAA Division II sports programs, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016.  Viking Athletics finished #7 nationally in the Division II Learfield Director’s Cup in 2021-22 and also won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All Sports Award.  

Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Operations

Augustana University (SD) is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Operations, 12-month Master’s in Sports Administration and Leadership program, averaging 15 hours per week, within our Athletics Department. 

An Augustana graduate fellowship or scholarship is offered to students pursuing a Master of Sports Administration & Leadership (MSAL) who must execute 480 internship hours within the Augustana University Athletics Department. This is an unpaid position that offers a 50% tuition benefit, and is based on admission into the Augustana MSAL Program and completion of this application, including the required essay and an interview with a member of the athletics department. AU graduate fellowships are competitive with limited availability per area of interest. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the AU MSAL Program. Student-athletes and graduate assistants are not eligible for a graduate fellowship. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:  

• The graduate fellow will work closely with our athletic administrative team to assist with the operational needs of a NCAA Division II athletic department that competes at the NCAA Division I level in men’s hockey, and will receive invaluable experience working with our programs, student-athletes, coaches, and campus staff. 

• Assist with general athletic departmental operations, to include, but not limited to data entry, supply ordering, ARMS/Teamworks Camp Operations, and Athletic Auction.

• Assist the department with all gameday planning and operational duties to includes venue set-up and tear-down, fan engagement and management, and supervision of student and game-day workers.

• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A knowledge of athletic operations (i.e., compliance, game day management, fundraising, marketing, promotions, ticketing) through an internship or undergraduate experience. 

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree is required.

• Admission into the Augustana University MSAL Program. 

• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer application knowledge and demonstrates initiative.

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure: 

Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials should be submitted in one document to our career center. If assistance is needed during the application process, please contact humanresources@augie.edu.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references 

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.

Title:  Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Marketing and Fan Experience

Position Type: Part-Time

Department: Athletics

About Augustana University:

Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Guided by Viking Bold:  The Journey to 2030, the comprehensive strategic plan for Augustana University, Augustana Athletics' vision for the foreseeable future is twofold: 1. Build a nationally competitive men's hockey program that competes at the Division I level 2. Win the Division II Learfield Director's Cup celebrating broad based excellence.

With the addition of the $70 million Midco Arena, Augustana Athletics is launched the first collegiate hockey program in South Dakota in 2023 and is also the first athletics program to compete at Division I that calls Sioux Falls home. Currently with 21 NCAA Division II sports programs, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016.  Viking Athletics finished #7 nationally in the Division II Learfield Director’s Cup in 2021-22 and also won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All Sports Award.  

Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Marketing and Fan Experience

Augustana University (SD) is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Marketing and Fan Experience, 12-month Master’s in Sports Administration and Leadership program, averaging 15 hours per week, within our Athletics Department. 

An Augustana graduate fellowship or scholarship is offered to students pursuing a Master of Sports Administration & Leadership (MSAL) who must execute 480 internship hours within the Augustana University Athletics Department. This is an unpaid position that offers a 50% tuition benefit, and is based on admission into the Augustana MSAL Program and completion of this application, including the required essay and an interview with a member of the athletics department. AU graduate fellowships are competitive with limited availability per area of interest. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the AU MSAL Program. Student-athletes and graduate assistants are not eligible for a graduate fellowship. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with management and contribute to athletic social media accounts by developing and posting engaging content that resonates with the Viking fan base, interacting with fans, analyzing performance metrics, and maintaining web pages for assigned sports to enhance reach and engagement.

• Assist with creation of in-game promotions, fan engagement activities, and game presentation elements, including scripts, music, and video board content.

• Assist with developing promotional strategies (i.e., athletic events, theme nights, and special events) to increase gameday attendance and enhanced fan experience.

• Assist with collaboration of campus groups, local businesses, and community organizations to increase visibility and foster community involvement in athletic events.

• Assist with fulfilling sponsor obligations, including executing promotions, recognizing sponsors during events, and ensuring proper signage and branding.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, sports management, communications, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

• Relationship-based sales and marketing experience, preferably in a collegiate or professional sports setting.

• Experience in event planning, promotions, or game day operations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Admission in the Augustana University MSAL Graduate Program. 

• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer application knowledge and demonstrates initiative.

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, along with a deep appreciation and respect for academic principles and culture, must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure: 

Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials should be submitted in one document to our career center. If assistance during the application process is needed, please contact humanresources@augie.edu. Official website: augie.edu.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references 

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment.  Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.

Title:  Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Ticketing Operations

Position Type: Part-Time

Department: Athletics

About Augustana University:

Augustana University is located in the growing and vibrant city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota with a metro area of over 265,000 people. Augustana University has, for more than 150 years, provided a strong student-centric education based on its five core values: Christian faith, liberal arts, excellence, community and service. Guided by Viking Bold:  The Journey to 2030, the comprehensive strategic plan for Augustana University, Augustana Athletics' vision for the foreseeable future is twofold: 1. Build a nationally competitive men's hockey program that competes at the Division I level 2. Win the Division II Learfield Director's Cup celebrating broad based excellence.

With the addition of the $70 million Midco Arena, Augustana Athletics is launched the first collegiate hockey program in South Dakota in 2023 and is also the first athletics program to compete at Division I that calls Sioux Falls home. Currently with 21 NCAA Division II sports programs, Augustana Athletics is focused on building champions in the classroom, in competition and in the community, highlighted by three team national championships since 2016.  Viking Athletics finished #7 nationally in the Division II Learfield Director’s Cup in 2021-22 and also won the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All Sports Award.  

Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Ticketing Operations

Augustana University (SD) is seeking qualified applicants for a Graduate Fellowship for Athletic Ticketing Operations, 12-month Master’s in Sports Administration and Leadership program, averaging 15 hours per week, within our Athletics Department. 

An Augustana graduate fellowship or scholarship is offered to students pursuing a Master of Sports Administration & Leadership (MSAL) who must execute 480 internship hours within the Augustana University Athletics Department. This is an unpaid position that offers a 50% tuition benefit, and is based on admission into the Augustana MSAL Program and completion of this application, including the required essay and an interview with a member of the athletics department. AU graduate fellowships are competitive with limited availability per area of interest. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the AU MSAL Program. Student-athletes and graduate assistants are not eligible for a graduate fellowship. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:  

• The graduate assistant will work closely with our athletic administrative team to assist with the operational needs of a NCAA Division II athletic department that competes at the NCAA Division I level in men’s hockey, and will receive invaluable experience working with our programs, student-athletes, coaches, and campus staff. 

• Customer Service and Sales (30%)

  • Assist with daily interactions via phone, email, and walk-ups.

  • Effectively and respectfully engage with diverse populations within the department and broader community.

• Event Support (25%)

  • Assist with the preparation and game-day management of Football, Volleyball, Men’s Ice Hockey, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Wrestling, and other Olympic sports.

• Ticketing Operations (15%)

  • Assist with the maintenance and operations of the ticket software system and office equipment.

  • Manage customer accounts in the ticketing software and ensure proper handling of cash and credit card transactions, including daily deposits.

• Sales Initiatives (15%)

  • Support outbound sales efforts and various ticketing projects.

  • Assist with season ticket renewals and focus on client retention.

• Complimentary Ticket Management (10%)

  • Coordinate athletics staff and donor (Viking Club) ticket benefits.

  • Administer pass lists in accordance to NCAA, NSIC, and CCHA policies.

• Compliance (5%)

  • Adhere to Augustana University, NSIC, CCHA, and NCAA compliance policies and procedures.

  • Attend and participate in compliance training sessions as required.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A knowledge of athletic operations (i.e., compliance, game day management, fundraising, marketing, promotions, ticketing) through an internship or undergraduate experience. 

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree is required.

• Admission into the Augustana University MSAL Program. 

• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in computer application knowledge and demonstrates initiative.

• Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Application Procedure: 

Interested applicants are asked to complete the below application materials. These application materials should be submitted in one document to our career center. If assistance is needed during the application process, please contact humanresources@augie.edu.

• Letter of interest

• Resume or curriculum vitae

• Contact information for at least three references 

Augustana University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.