Assistant Director - Facilities, Operations & Events

Company: University Of Maryland - Baltimore County
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: April 5, 2021

Job Description:

Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular Applicant Search Category: Staff University Authorized FTE: 1.000 Unit: PRES-ICA-Operations Campus/College Information: Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The Assistant Director - Facilities, Operations & Events will provide management and leadership support in the Athletics Facilities, Operations & Events office for the effective management of all athletic facilities, event operations, scheduling, staffing, budget maintenance and daily operations. The Assistant Director - Facilities, Operations & Events will report to the Associate Athletic Director of Facilities, Operations & Events and aide in the management of guest relations staff and student staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sport liaison duties for selected varsity teams; oversight and management of facility scheduling; administration of the department's scheduling software system; liaison with various campus departments including Campus Recreation, Facilities Management and Building Security; day-to-day management of events at Ludwig Field, Varsity Teamhouse and the Field Hockey & Lacrosse Complex including contract development and execution; logistics support for game day operations and other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must have one (1) to three (3) years of experience in Athletics or Large Venue Event and Facility Management. Preferences: Bachelor's degree preferred. One (1) to (3) three years of experience in collegiate athletics facilities offices or related environment preferred. Must have one to three years of experience at a multi-facility operation, preferably in a large college environment. Additional Certifications: Additional Information: Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Physical Demands The scope of the position frequently requires weekend, evening and holiday work (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such as telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during and after events to service clients; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds. Posting Date: 03/09/2021 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Best Consideration Date 03/15/2021 Diversity Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Required Documents--- Resume--- Cover Letter--- List of References (no emails sent from system) Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). --- * How did you hear about this position?- UMD Job Site- Personal Referral- Washington Post- Baltimore Sun- Local Publication- Chronicle of Higher Education- Inside Higher Education- INDEED- HERC- Hispanic Outlook- Diverse Jobs- HigherEdJobs- Professional Journal- Listserv- Other- SimplyHired- CareerBliss- Job Fairs- Monster.Com- Craigs List- UMD Job Fair1100 Chesapeake BldgUniversity of MarylandCollege Park, MD 20742

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