Director, Operations & Events

Bucknell University

2d•$54,080 - $67,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Operations & Events serves as the department’s facility scheduler and a game day events manager. This position works as part of an events and operations team under the direct supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director. The Director works closely with internal University offices, as well as the coaching staff, student-athletes, outside groups, and spectators.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
2 years of experience in athletic events or operations
Prior experience supervising staff in the areas of operations or events planning
Ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with a wide variety of people of diverse backgrounds and at various levels of the organization, as well as provide excellent customer service
Be a self-starter who has the ability to balance multiple tasks, produce high-quality work on tight deadlines
Must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
3 years of experience in athletic events or operations
Experience with EMS facility scheduling/management software or similar

Responsibilities

Serve as event manager for Division I athletic competition and special events, including Patriot League and NCAA Championships, PIAA High School Championships, and other externally contracted events in athletic facilities.
Plan, schedule, supervise and recap the operations of internal and external events ensuring efficient operation to maximize smooth conduct of all games for participants, officials, visiting institutions and fans.
Coordinate a wide range of areas across campus, including ticket operations, equipment, public safety, technology, sports medicine, marketing event logistics, and part time or Work Study facility staff.
Schedule event staffing with internal and external constituents through the University scheduling platform.
Develop and manage Visiting Team Informational mailings, along with practice scheduling.
Coordinate practice scheduling for the following facilities: Sojka Pavilion, Davis Gymnasium, Gerhard Fieldhouse and all outdoor athletic facilities.
Maintain the Department’s EEP and EAP’s for all athletic facilities.
Manage the department’s Facility Access Control requirements for keys and card access.
Assist with budgeting decisions that are consistent with the department’s decision-making and planning priorities.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options determined by role
Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
Tuition remission for themselves (full- and part-time employees)
Tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent (full-time employees)
Various tuition programs for their children (full-time employees)
Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
Parental leave
An employee assistance program
Fitness center membership