Athletics Event Management Specialist I

Description of Job Duty:

Game Management. Assists with the day-to-day operations of athletic facilities and event management. Assists in game management of all 14 sports including venue set up, public safety, equipment set up and operation, and coordination of game operations staff. Assists with administrative duties with motor pool, ground maintenance, and facilities projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

Facilities and Maintenance. Assists with the mowing of sports turf fields. Work also involves some general maintenance and ground maintenance as part of game set up. Assists other university departmental staff and helps ensure that athletic facilities are reflective of the image required by the Director of Facilities and Game Operations, Director of Athletics, and University.

Administrative. Assists with facilities and events ground, vehicle and facilities maintenance.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Game Management. Assists with the day-to-day operations of athletic facilities and event management. Assists in game management of all 14 sports including venue set up, public safety, equipment set up and operation, and coordination of game operations staff. Assists with administrative duties with motor pool, ground maintenance, and facilities projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

Facilities and Maintenance. Assists with the mowing of sports turf fields. Work also involves some general maintenance and ground maintenance as part of game set up. Assists other university departmental staff and helps ensure that athletic facilities are reflective of the image required by the Director of Facilities and Game Operations, Director of Athletics, and University.

Administrative. Assists with facilities and events ground, vehicle and facilities maintenance.

Physical Demands:

Those typical with the duties listed.

Special Instructions: 

Applicants are required to electronically upload a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and complete contact information for three references. References will be contacted at a later date. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered,

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience. Level P1, Grade 8.

Benefits Information:

The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month, one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. One year of related professional experience. Understanding of turf management and equipment upkeep. Ability to lift and carry heavy items and work in various weather conditions. Ability to be able to handle adverse situations that could arise with fans attending sporting events. Effective communication and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in sports administration, sports management or a related field.