Director of Event Management

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Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The Director of Event Management plays a pivotal role in the execution of all athletic events hosted by the University of Missouri. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and implementation of various athletic events, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for athletes, spectators, and stakeholders alike. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

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Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The Director of Event Management plays a pivotal role in the execution of all athletic events hosted by the University of Missouri. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and implementation of various athletic events, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for athletes, spectators, and stakeholders alike. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

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Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning and Execution: Lead the planning and execution of all athletic events, including but not limited to, NCAA competitions, conference championships, and community engagement initiatives.

Venue Management: Manage all aspects of venue logistics, including scheduling, setup, and maintenance, to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments, including facilities management, marketing, ticketing, and athletic administration, to coordinate event logistics and align strategies.

Vendor Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors, suppliers, and service providers to secure necessary resources and services for events.

Staff Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise event staff, volunteers, and student interns to support event operations effectively.

Budget Management: Develop and manage event budgets, monitor expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions during events, ensuring the safety and security of all participants.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and university regulations governing event management and operations.

Continuous Improvement: Evaluate event operations and solicit feedback from stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.

Game Day Operations: Oversee game day operations, including crowd management, security, concessions, and emergency response protocols.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in event management, preferably in collegiate athletics or sports entertainment

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Grade: GGS-010

University Title: RECREATION/ATHLETIC SPORTS PROFESSIONAL

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Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards....

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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