INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY - Assistant Athletics Director/Director for Game Operations, Facilities, and Events - 999945

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Title: INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY - Assistant Athletics Director/Director for Game Operations, Facilities, & Events - 999945

Position Number:  999945 

Unit/Department: General Athletics

FTE: Full-time 

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Title: INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY - Assistant Athletics Director/Director for Game Operations, Facilities, & Events - 999945

Position Number:  999945 

Unit/Department: General Athletics

FTE: Full-time 

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Department Summary:

*Please note, at this time, this position is only available to current Drake University employees.*

Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.

The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Athletics Director/Director of Facilities, Operations, and Events is the lead role for the staff tasked with scheduling, coordinating all activities in athletics facilities, and game operations lead for all home events. The position works closely with the Director of Drake’s Recreation Services and Programs on events held in athletics and recreation facilities spaces.

The Assistant Athletics Director/Director is responsible for the budget including expense and revenue projections. The position supervises two full-time staff members and a student staff. The Assistant Athletics Director/Director is a leadership position within the department and will attend monthly department head meetings led by the Athletic Director.

The position will serve as a liaison with Des Moines Public Schools on Mediacom Stadium, and community organizations hosting events in Drake Athletics facilities.

The Assistant Athletics Director/Director will have a significant role in the operation of the Drake Relays and Conference/NCAA Championships along with outside events which include examples such as the Iowa High School State Track Meet and 2026 AAU Junior Olympics.

All of the essential job duties described below require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and Drake University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree – knowledge of specialized principles or techniques normally obtained through a four-year college/university academic program or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program directly related to the type of work being performed

• 5-7 years of experience

Job Duties:

50% - Schedule and coordinate all activities in athletics and recreational facilities. Activities include athletics home events, convocation, recreational activities, campus wide lectures and events, external rentals such as sports events, sports tournaments and concerts. Oversee daily operation of all athletics and recreational facilities. - (Essential)

20% - Coordinate set up and tear down of all events held in athletic and coordinate with Recreation Programs and Services staff on any recreational facilities needs. - (Essential)

20% - Supervise and manage the day-to-day operations of two full-time staff members and student staff. - (Essential)

5% - Monitor facility budgets. Execute contracts and billing. - (Essential)

5% - Coordinate all maintenance, upkeep, and repair projects within athletics facilities. Perform other duties, as assigned. - (Essential)

Salary & Benefits

The salary for these positions is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide: Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2023).

One of our very popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. You can learn about both the tuition waiver policy and tuition exchange programs here: Tuition Benefits.

Review of Applications Begins:

AT THIS TIME, WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICANTS.

This position is initially being offered only to current Drake University employees. If we do not receive qualified applicants, we will update the posting and make it open to everyone.

If you have questions about this job posting or the application process, please email us at jobs@drake.edu.

A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Interested candidates will be asked to complete the Employment Application. We request a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references.

Successful candidates must complete the background and reference check process.

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