Director, Operations & Events

Job Summary

The Director of Operations & Events serves as the department's facility scheduler and a game day events manager. This position works as part of an events and operations team under the direct supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director.

What You Will Do

• Serve as event manager for Division I athletic competition and special events, including Patriot League and NCAA Championships, PIAA High School Championships, and other externally contracted events in athletic facilities.
• Plan, schedule, supervise and recap the operations of internal and external events ensuring efficient operation to maximize smooth conduct of all games for participants, officials, visiting institutions and fans.
• Schedule event staffing with internal and external constituents through the University scheduling platform.
• Develop and manage Visiting Team Informational mailings, along with practice scheduling.
• Coordinate practice scheduling for the following facilities: Sojka Pavilion, Davis Gymnasium, Gerhard Fieldhouse and all outdoor athletic facilities.
• Maintain the Department's EEP and EAP's for all athletic facilities.
• Manage the department's Facility Access Control requirements for keys and card access.
• Assist with budgeting decisions that are consistent with the department's decision-making and planning priorities.

What You Will Bring

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of experience in athletic events or operations
• Prior experience supervising staff in the areas of operations or events planning
• Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with a wide variety of people of diverse backgrounds
• Be a self-starter who has the ability to balance multiple tasks, produce high-quality work on tight deadlines

Preferred:

• Master's Degree
• 3 years of experience in athletic events or operations
• Experience with EMS facility scheduling/management software or similar