Director of Facilities and Event Management

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - External AffairsNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Internal Operations

Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) is seeking an Director of Facilities & Event Management. Reporting to the Associate AD for Facilities & Operations, the Director of Facilities & Event Management will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the Division I Facilities & Event Management program, including, but not limited to event management, facility maintenance, food and beverage operations, department camps and all sanctioned non-athletic events (outside rentals).

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 1-2 years full-time experience in athletic facilities, operations or event management

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Master's degree preferred;
• 3-4 Years Experience in Facility Operations, Event Management, or related field, in an intercollegiate or professional athletics setting preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Associate AD for Facilities and Operations, coordinate athletic events and facility operations, including event management (including coordination with needed support services, such as parking, facility maintenance, and campus police), and accomplishment of specific event and facility rental revenue goals and annual maintenance;
• Responsible for developing, evaluating, and managing policies and procedures for the operation of athletic facilities and event management;
• Supervise and assist in the hiring process of Graduate Assistants, Student Interns, and Game Day Event Staff
• Lead staff training and convey expectations with game day and event staff 
• Organize and supervise a variety of workgroups to produce safe and satisfying event experiences;
• Manage equipment needs of visiting teams and game officials when necessary;
• Manage the department’s internal and external event calendar and contract all facility rentals for all Little Rock Athletics Facilities;
• Manage, maintain and review the budgetary responsibilities for event operations, facilities and maintenance; including the use of a purchase card;
• Assist in developing and implementing emergency action plans for all athletic events and practices;
• Collaborate and plan capital and maintenance projects related to all Little Rock Athletics Facilities;
• Develop short and long-range strategic planning to enhance athletics facilities; 
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director for Facilities and Operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to develop meaningful and productive relationships with colleagues and coaches;
• Strong computer skills and related software capability;
• Excellent management, organizational, analytical and project management skills;
• Ability to meet established deadlines and work effectively with a variety of groups of internal and external constituents;
• Ability to travel occasionally and work on weekends, nights and holidays when necessary;
• Ability to analyze, interpret, communicate, and adhere to Trojan Athletics, UA Little Rock, United Athletic Conference and NCAA policies and procedures, rules and regulations.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Tim Padgett - Deputy AD/Chief Financial Officer - ([email protected])

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Lifting, Pushing, Reaching

Frequent Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes