Varsity Game Operations Event Staff

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

This is an entry-level position in the field of event game operations suited for current students and recent graduates. The right candidate will report to the Assistant Operations Manager and will be expected to learn on the job and grow with the company.

This role pays an hourly rate of $18.00-$21.00 CAD

Benefits for Part-Time roles: Pension matching

This position will remain open until April 10, 2026.

The Mattamy Athletic Centre is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility at Toronto Metropolitan University located in the former Maple Leaf Gardens. The facility consists of an NHL-sized arena that seats approximately 2,700 for hockey and ice events and 4,000 for stage events. The facility's double gym can accommodate up to 1,000 spectators under various configurations, including basketball, volleyball, and special events. There is also a 10,000 sq. foot fitness centre and over 12,000 sq. feet of office and meeting room spaces.

• Work as a member of our game events team in a variety of roles including, Team lead, Statistician, Public address announcer, Court operations and Time keeper.
• Work with the events department and Athletics Department in the preparation and execution of events.
• Assist with custodial duties to maintain building cleanliness.
• Ensure all work is completed in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with all written policies, applicable government codes, and regulations.

• Previous experience playing or working in hockey, basketball or volleyball is considered an asset.
• A self-starter with good communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work in a team environment.
• Excellent time management skills and an ongoing awareness of client satisfaction.
• Willingness to work regular evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, plus an understanding of the possible physical nature of the work.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.