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Department:
Athletics Facilities & Operations
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Work Modality:
Full On Campus Presence
Union:
Excluded
Job Description:
Summary:
The Athletic Operations Manager is responsible for most of the
overall setups and breakdowns of events held in the Department of
Athletics and Recreation managed facilities. The Athletic
Operations Manager assists in coordinating logistics and planning
special event preparation and site preparedness for all home
athletic events and some hosted internal and external events. The
position coordinates with several on-campus departments to assist
with these events. In addition, the Athletic Operations Manager
assists in the coordination of student staff members and part-time
staff members to execute events. The Athletic Operations Manager
oversees event execution for assigned varsity programs each year.
Responsible for administrative duties including but not limited to
key and access management, facilities inspections and coordination
with housekeeping, and concessions management. This position works
under a general level of supervision.
Essential Functions:
- Coordinates on-site event preparation for all home athletic
events, as well as some internal and external hosted events. This
includes setup, execution, supervision, and breakdown of each
event.
Responsible for home athletic event management for assigned
varsity athletic programs. This includes setup, execution, and
breakdown of all aspects of those events.
Trains and supervises a staff of part-time employees and
student employees for daily facility maintenance, event
preparation, and miscellaneous tasks to ensure that all activities
are staffed and executed properly.
Responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, and operational
readiness of all outdoor athletic facilities. Conduct regular
inspections, submit and track work orders, and follow up on repairs
and maintenance needs. Maintain close communication with the
Grounds Crew regarding field conditions, maintenance, weather
impacts, and facility readiness for practices, competitions, and
events.
Handles security needs for the department including
event-specific security detail as well as student-athletes,
contractors, and staff access throughout Bender Arena.
Administrative tasks including keys/access management,
facilities inspections, housekeeping requests, and concessions
management.
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for
Facilities and Operations.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- The Athletic Operations Manager reports directly to the
Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities & Operations, and
works in conjunction with the Department of Athletics and
Recreation staff. Reporting to this position are student and
part-time employees.
Competencies:
- Serving Customers.
- Displaying Creativity.
- Prioritizing and Organizing.
- Championing Customer Needs.
- Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
- Developing Plans.
- Supporting Coworkers.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Full-time.
- 35 hours per week.
Salary Range:
- $26.11 - $28.00 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or Event Management,
or a related field and experience that demonstrates the necessary
skills is required, as well as a minimum of one year of related
experience in event operations and management.
- Deadline oriented, demonstrated time management,
problem-solving, and customer service skills are essential to this
position.
- Ability to manage many projects at once and to delegate
projects when necessary are vital to the success of this
position.
- Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
- Inventorying and cash handling experience preferred.
- Frequent evening and weekend hours may be required.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for long hours.
Other Duties:
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice.
Benefits
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Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful
completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must
deliver their services to the university from either the District
of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the
university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.
- American University is an
E-Verify employer.
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