Statistician

About the Role

Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation department, these are flexible positions whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. These positions will end March 31, 2027.

The Statisticians are members of the Cougar Athletics Varsity Game Day Events Team. These positions will be for the duration of the sport season. Statisticians fill incredibly important roles which directly impact events through the accurate recording of game statistics which are viewed live by fans and crucial for record keeping. The incumbent is expected to become an expert in the statistical software required for their assigned sport and maintain practices for accurate recording of statistics while play occurs during games. Knowledge of the sports rules and memorization of rosters is important in this position.
The position requires assisting with the set-up and tear down of varsity events, assisting in meeting Canada West requirements and supporting other game day tasks as a part of our team. It is expected that the incumbent in this role is committed to all games in regular and post season.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, test and use required equipment and troubleshoot as required
• Learn how to use required statistical software
• Input player and game stats during the game into provided league software
• Memorize home team rosters (names, numbers and faces)
• Adapt and support the game day team where needed 
• Complete post game reporting requirements as outlined
• Complete statistical adjustments when required after games
• Ensure all requirements and regulations set-out by Canada West and U Sports are met

Qualifications

• 6 - 12 months of related experience
• A strong understanding of the sport and rules for which you are recording statistics
• Ability to work all shifts between Thursday - Sunday afternoons and evenings
• Highly motivated individual who can work well independently and under pressure
• Clear and consistent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong focus and attention to detail
• Commitment to time management and punctuality
• Ability to lift items of up to 50lbs on an occasional basis

Salary: $21.87 - $27.61 per hour 

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found 

A resume and cover letter should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).