Assistant Athletics Director, Facilities & Event Management

The Assistant Athletics Director, Facilities and Event Management is responsible for event management of football regular season and postseason contests as well as the management of assigned facilities and administrative duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with university maintenance and grounds crew to ensure the fields and facilities are prepared to host scheduled events
• Create a plan for the operation of assigned events and work with internal and external departments to ensure execution of assignments related to event.
• Assigned facility/event management tasks.
• Operate with consideration of the facility’s budget.
• Maintain cleaning standards and perform routine building surveys.
• Manage facilities equipment needs.
• Support planning and hosting of special events within the facility, such as concerts, athletic contests, and premium events.
• Perform, or coordinate through internal work orders or external contractors, repairs and maintenance of buildings, fields, and grounds
• Develop and support maintenance and facility improvement planning for all facilities
• Identify and implement necessary facilities processes and procedures to improve operations (i.e. custodial services, grounds, general management, etc.)

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary.
• A Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred .
• Prior experience of 3-5 years in collegiate athletics facility management and event management is necessary.
• Prior leadership experience of 1-2 years in a similar role is necessary.
• Prior experience leading Division I football and NCAA postseason events is preferred.
• Analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills are preferred.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities is preferred.
• Computer skills, to include word processing and database management are preferred.
• Ability to assess and develop procurement specifications and coordinate purchasing activities in area of specialty is preferred.