Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Public Address Announcer provides announcement coverage of the Athletics events held at the California State University of Northridge enthusiastically and engagingly during the event. The incumbent announces starting lineups, game commentary, and analysis.

• Accurately pronounces and annunciates player’s names on the home and visiting teams.
• Provides a dynamic and engaging voice for fans during in-game activities.
• Reads from and sticks to the PA script without sounding scripted.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Experience with calling sports activity play-by-play. Previous announcing at some level is not required but preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to be spontaneous and react quickly as appropriate.

• Strong vocal talent and communication skills; energetic and engaging personality.

• Knowledge of the assigned sport is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; and ability to work a flexible schedule.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Classification: Casual Worker / 1800
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $16.00 - $40.00 per hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
• HOURS: Intermittent, on-call; hours and schedule vary; must be available for weekdays, weekends, and evening home game matches.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications are currently being accepted to establish a Casual Worker POOL. Applications for these on-call positions will be accepted continuously through June 30, 2025, or until an adequate amount of applications have been received.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.