istant Director of Facilities, Williams Arena and Maturi Pavilion

About the Job

Job Duties
1. Contribute to the day-to-day operations for Williams Arena and the Sports Pavilion
a. Develop work plans to prepare for all Gopher men’s and women’s competitions, practices, events and non-Gopher Athletic Events.
b. Directly responsible for coordinating building operations- submitting physical plant work orders and tracking of them, event conversions, and scheduling of all building staff.
c. Assist with the development of the facility operating budget and monitor monthly expenditures.

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About the Job

Job Duties
1. Contribute to the day-to-day operations for Williams Arena and the Sports Pavilion
a. Develop work plans to prepare for all Gopher men’s and women’s competitions, practices, events and non-Gopher Athletic Events.
b. Directly responsible for coordinating building operations- submitting physical plant work orders and tracking of them, event conversions, and scheduling of all building staff.
c. Assist with the development of the facility operating budget and monitor monthly expenditures.
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d. Primary responsibility of hiring, training and documenting student staff to ensure proper procedures are used.
e. Ensure all part time student employees are hired, trained and evaluated annually while following the Universities policies and procedures.
f. Training staff on emergency procedures for the facility- both daily and event related.

1. Events operations
   a. Assign staff to provide facility coverage at all events held in the facility.
   b. Assign and plan event setups/tear downs and clean-up crews.
   c. Duties range from miscellaneous custodial, audio-visual improvements, branding and graphics enhancements, etc.

2. Facilities
   a. This position will assist in developing long-term and short-term goals for the facility improvements and equipment needs.
   b. The position will be a point of contact for day-to-day operations of the facility.
   c. Coordinate and direct broadcast operations, catering, and concessions to provide adequate services for events.
   d. Oversight of preventative maintenance and emergency repairs while working with Athletic facilities staff, Facilities Management and outside contractors to proactively maintain facilities.
   e. This position will coordinate the rental of equipment needed for building maintenance and repair- including high lifts and forklifts.
   f. Manage all supply ordering and purchasing for the facility including custodial supplies, and other event related supplies.
   g. This position will manage third party post event clean up crews in terms of schedule and payments.

Personnel Responsible For:
1. Senior Building and Grounds worker reports to this position.
a. Plans, assigns, coordinate, and follow up on planned daily, weekly, monthly tasks, as well as special needed projects while this employee is with Williams Arena and the Sports Pavilion.
b. Assigns work schedule.
c. Will assist with performance evaluation of full-time employees to communicate expected levels of performance.

1. Part time staff of twenty (20) Student Laborers and one (1) full time intern- shared oversight.
   a. Coordinate and handle all aspects of the hiring of 20 part-time student employees.
   b. Properly train students on all custodial tasks to be completed daily.
   c. Training and oversight of event conversions within the Williams/Pavilion.
   d. Conduct performance evaluations on all part-time employees to communicate expected levels of performance.

Annual salary for this position is $45,000 - $50,000.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
a. Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or related field or 4 years of combined experience in related field.
b. Basic knowledge of NCAA and B1G rules and regulations
c. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
d. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
e. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
a. Master’s Degree in Sports Management or related field
b. 1 year of experience in sports facilities operations.
c. Facilities operations in NCAA or professional sports leagues.

About the Department

With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference – our teams have won more than 200 conference titles to go with 26 national titles. There are more than 600 student-athletes and nearly 300 full-time employees in our athletics department. That community has built Minnesota into a nation’s top-ranked public school with respect to student-athlete academic performance in each of the past four years, a span of time during which the Gophers have won 13 conference team titles and a collection of individual conference and national crowns. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!

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Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and motor vehicle record check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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