Director of Game Operations, Athletics

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN

Posted Date: Jun 19, 2026

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Work Type
Full-time

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Athletic Director

Conference

Southern (DI)

SPORTS/DEPARTMENT

Equipment Event Management/Game Day Operations Facilities

About the Job

Job Description

Director of Game Operations, Athletics

TN, United States

Job Description

Job Summary

The Director of Game Operations is responsible for working with the Athletics Chief Operating Officer in the planning, coordination, and execution of all home athletics events for East Tennessee State University Athletics. The position oversees game operations, facility preparation, coordination of game officials, management of event staff, and oversight of external facility rentals. The Director ensures a first-class environment for student-athletes, coaches, officials, fans, and external partners while maintaining compliance with conference and NCAA regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, administrators, officials, and external partners
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and event experience

Director of Game Operations, Athletics

TN, United States

Job Description

Job Summary

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, administrators, officials, and external partners
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and event experience

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Experience in athletics event management, facility operations, or a related field
Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by athletics schedules

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Sports Management, Athletic Administration, Business, or related field (highly preferred)
Experience in Division I Athletics
Knowledge of NCAA rules and collegiate athletics operations
Supervisory experience

Compensation & Benefits

Job Family – Athletics Operations 3
Market Range - 5 Salary Schedules
For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions and additional details

Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations

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