Associate Athletic Director, Facilities and Events Operations
- 007384 at University of South Alabama Associate Athletic Director, Facilities and Events Operations
- 007384 at University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama Posted in 9 days ago.
Job Description:
Posting Details Position Information Position Number 007384 Position Title Associate Athletic Director, Facilities and Events Operations
- 007384 Division Athletics Department 110122
- Athletics Facilities Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and five years of related experience in a collegiate or professional sports setting.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama's Athletics department is seeking to hire an Associate Athletic Director, Facilities and Event Operations. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions Provides strategic leadership and oversight for all athletic facilities and event operations. Responsible for planning, coordinating and executing game and event logistics, as well as the management, maintenance, scheduling, and long-term planning of athletics facilities. Ensures a safe, high-quality environment for student-athletes, staff, and spectators while maintaining compliance with institutional, conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association regulations. Serves as primary liaison for game-day operations, including coordination of officials, teams, media, ticketing, security, parking, and emergency services. Serves as the point of contact for game operations, technology, including video boards, scoreboards, audio systems, and replay systems. Manages game and event schedules to avoid conflicts and ensure efficient operations. Oversees the daily operations, maintenance, and scheduling of all athletic facilities. Maintains a comprehensive master calendar for all athletic venues, including competitions, practices, maintenance, and external rentals. Develops and maintains facility policies, procedures, and sports-specific visiting team guides. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Oversees crowd management, security operations, and emergency preparedness for all events. Assists in long-range planning, including capital projects, renovations, and facility improvements. Oversees postseason bid submissions and hosting responsibilities for conference and NCAA events. Hires, trains, schedules, and supervises full-time, part-time, and student event staff. Oversees third-party vendors and contracted service providers. Provides leadership and professional development for game operations personnel. Develops, monitors, and manages facilities and event operations budgets. Prepares cost estimates for events and communicates financial responsibilities to clients and external groups. Coordinates and manages external events such as receptions, banquets, camps, and clinics. Serves as the department liaison for summer camps and clinics. Works evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required. Posting Information Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 04/24/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday
- Friday Working Hours 8:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m. Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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- Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No
- Do you have a legal right to work in the United States? Yes No
- The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Yes No
- What is the highest level of education you have completed? Less than High School High School Diploma or equivalent Associates Degree Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- How many years of related experience do you have? Less than 1 year Between 1
- 3 years Between 3
- 5 years Between 5
- 7 years More than 7 years
- How did you hear about this position?
USA website Zip Recruiter Indeed HigherEd Jobs Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works Word of mouth Other Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO. EO Employer
- minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
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