Public Address Announcer ( High School )

Purpose Statement

The public address announcer at a high school event is a “Champion of Character”. He/she can influence the atmosphere of the contest by what is said and how it is said. The announcer who performs professionally promotes good sportsmanship by what he/she says and how he/she acts upon saying it.

Job Title: Announcer                                                                                                      Hourly Wage:  $18.00/hour

Reports To:  Activity Directors

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work under pressure

Essential Functions

• Articulate all organization scripts and commercial/sponsor copy.
• Accurately pronounce all organization and competitor names.
• Announce all pertinent game/match/event information as associated with assigned sport.
• Enhance game/match/event day experience using limited inflection as directed by administration.
• Retain extensive knowledge of the rules of the assigned sports.
• Interface with administration/game operations/event presentation throughout game/match/contest/event regarding special announcements and changes.
• Interface with the officiating team throughout the event when necessary.
• Calmly enunciate any emergency announcements as provided by administration.  Refrain from all commentary as might be provided by play-by-play/color broadcasters.
• Arrive prepared several hours prior to any game/match/contest/events.
• Announcements or comments shall be made during those times when there is a stoppage of the clock and the ball is not live, such as time outs, between quarters, pregame, half time and post game.
• The announcer is allowed to announce basic information that does not potentially affect the play in general, the players, the coaches, or the officials.

Other Functions

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as assigned.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.
• Demonstrate integrity and maintain confidentiality.
•  Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff, students, and visitors.
•  Uphold and adhere to safety rules and policies of the Ankeny Community School District safety program.
•  Support the goals and objectives of the school district and follow all district policies.
•  Demonstrate the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to  district operations.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands:  significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity.  Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Terms of Employment

Temporary employment position