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Assistant Athletics Director - Facilities & Event Management Assistant Athletics Director - Facilities & Event Management Apply locations Little Rock time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0070040 Closing Date: Type of Position: Professional Staff - External Affairs Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No 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. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180. Department: Internal Operations Summary of Job Duties: The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) is seeking an Assistant Athletics Director for Facilities & Event Management. Reporting to the Associate AD for Facilities & Operations, the Assistant AD for Facilities & Event Management will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing all phases of a Division I Facilities & Events 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 Preferred Education and/or Experience Master's degree preferred; Experience in Facilities Operations, Event Management, or related field, in an intercollegiate or professional athletics setting preferred. Job Duties and Responsibilities Direct all areas related to athletics events and athletics facilities operations, with responsibility and oversight for the following areas: 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 Full-Time Staff Members, 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 maintaining and reviewing the budgetary responsibilities for event operations, facilities, and maintenance; 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, Ohio Valley Conference and NCAA policies and procedures, rules and regulations. Additional Information: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Garrett Ton, Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities and Operations, gton@ualr.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry 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. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Arkansas

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