Manager Athletics Operations & Events

Manager Of Athletics Operations And Events

The University of Akron, a NCAA Division 1 institution (FBS) and member of the Mid-American Conference is seeking applicants for the position of Manager of Athletics Operations and Events. This position will manage and supervise the Athletics Field House activities and special events. Responsible for the scheduling, staffing, building maintenance and other activities necessary to maintain the daily operations and special events that may be housed in the building.

Duties :

• 50% Manage and supervise the Field House building and related activities. Responsible for coordinating, staffing, scheduling and set-up of the Athletic Field House for University team practices, meets, games, special events and outside rentals.
• Events may include, camps, conferences, clinics, field sports, track meets, etc.
• 30% Manage and coordinate the daily and preventative maintenance of all areas of the Field House building and equipment.
• 15% Assist with the administration and preparation of Athletics Department's sports camps, clinic programs and event management.
• 5% Represent Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Operations at various athletic and University events, non-University rentals and event management meetings.

Requirements : Bachelor's Degree required. Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in collegiate athletics and / or facilities management. Exceptional organizational, public relations, budgeting / accounting, computer and supervisory skills required. Ability to work potential evening and weekend hours required. Working knowledge of state and local fire / safety regulations related to crowd control and building capacity preferred. Working knowledge of NCAA and MAC rules and regulations that pertain to athletic event operations and scheduling procedures regarding faculty request usage preferred.