Manager for Athletic Operations - Reed Arena

Job Title

Manager for Athletic Operations - Reed Arena

Agency

Texas A&M University

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Job Title

Manager for Athletic Operations - Reed Arena

Agency

Texas A&M University

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Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who We Are

The Home of the 12th Man is the pinnacle in opportunities realized through sport: championships won, diplomas earned, and leaders equipped and launched to impact the world. Texas A&M Athletics' mission is to create opportunities through championship athletics. We are proud members of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports.

What we want

The Manager for Athletic Operations will be responsible for direct oversight Reed Arena and manages & coordinates building custodial, grounds and maintenance (SSC) as well as leading game-day set-up and breakdown operations for all home basketball and volleyball games.

Essential Duties/Tasks

• VENUE MANAGEMENT - Coordinates maintenance issues throughout athletic venues to determine the need of maintenance or repairs. Oversees operations related to staff requests, including furniture/equipment moves and assembly, and performing light maintenance work. Oversees improvements to assigned department facilities including regular inspections for cleanliness, orderliness, maintenance, safety and ease of passage. Helps in the preparation of required work orders in coordination with Accounting and Budgeting groups to maintain financial and budget records as well as prioritize, track progress and communicate with coaches and staff concerning work. Manages the maintenance of general supply inventory, and equipment storage for assigned venues including organization and maintaining storage. Serves as after-hours contact for assigned venues. As needed, develops and oversees progress against high-level work plans, schedules, and budgets for large projects. Assists in the development and implementation of goals for assigned venue.

• EVENT/GAME DAY VENUE MANAGEMENT - Responsible for leading and/or assisting game-day venue management for assigned venues, including set-up and breakdown of assigned athletic events. Serves as “on-call” venue manager for assigned athletic events, assisting with venue-related in-game management. Ensures venue is prepared for practice, competitions, and other scheduled activities. Assists Events Management department with special events, as needed.

• GENERAL ADMINISTRATION - Oversees and supervises assigned department facilities including West Campus Operations staff, including hiring, training, scheduling as well as daily oversight of their tasks. Assists with access management for assigned venues. Maintains facility operations guides for assigned venues. Assists with branding at assigned venues and makes sure all branding is accurate in all assigned venues. Assists in the development and implementation of goals for assigned departments.

• COMPLIANCE - Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years' experience in athletics administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to allocate work assignments and/or task responsibilities, maximizing effectiveness and efficiency of self and others.
• Analyzes problems and develops alternative solutions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Enthusiastic with a desire to work hard and have fun.
• Provide sports event coverage as needed.
• Ability to work nights and weekends, as well as breaks and holidays (as needed).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree.
• Six years’ experience in athletic operations. Previous experience managing a staff.
• Knowledge of building management and venue operations.
• Familiarity with and ability to use various power tools.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly communicate project goals to all members of team. Knowledge of NCAA and SEC Conference rules and regulations.

What you need to know

Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume : A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness programs
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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