Athletics - FWS

Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Student Employment (SW/ FWS) Job Type: Other Posted On: Mon Aug 17 2026 Job Description:

We are seeking students to assist with game-day responsibilities including:

• Gate admission

• Concession stand operation

• Filming

• General support

• Ball people

• We also need students to monitor the Applied Exercise Room while students and teams use the fitness center during open hours.

• In addition, we need students to help with our sports medicine operation assisting our Athletic Trainers set-up for practices and games.

This position can also include working in the Esports Arena. Responsibilities for working in the Esports Arena include:

• Greeting students on the Esports teams in a friendly, courteous, welcoming manner.

• Updating and cleaning gaming computers.

• Making sure that game files are downloaded prior to competitions.

• Answering the phone and taking messages.

• Assisting students in signing in and out of computers, if needed.

• Maintaining a calm and clean arena.

• Directing new candidates for Esports to the application.

• Performing related work as required.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a valid FAFSA (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) on file

• Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA

• Must be matriculated into a program

• Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)

• Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program

Preferred Requirements for working in the Esports Arena:

• Previous knowledge of Senet control system.

• Experience in computer service and maintenance.

• Must enjoy working with diverse populations and have good communications skills.

• Gaming experience is preferred, but not necessary.

Additional Information:

• Pay Rate:

• Starting rate of $16.00 for new Federal Work Studies.

• Starting rate of $17.00 for returning Federal Work Studies

• Hours of Operations: Monday-Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm

To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position:

• Visits OCC's Work-Study Page (https://www.sunyocc.edu/work-study)

• Review the Work- Study Checklist (https://www.sunyocc.edu/workstudychecklist) & complete and submit the Work Study Interest Form (https://www.sunyocc.edu/form/work-study-interest-form)

• Or visit the Financial Aid Service Center (FASC) located in Gordon Student Center open Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm

Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session.

• Additional hours may be worked during college breaks.