Manager, Sun Devil Athletics Phoenix Municipal Stadium

Arizona State University•Phoenix, AZ

13d•$75,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, SDA Phoenix Municipal Stadium plays a vital role in creating an exceptional game-day experience and ensuring the successful operation of one of Sun Devil Athletics’ premier athletic venues. This position provides an exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day management of a high-profile collegiate baseball facility while working closely with athletics leadership, coaches, student-athletes, staff, vendors, campus partners, and community stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills to a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. From facility operations and event preparation to maintenance coordination and game-day execution, this position helps ensure Phoenix Municipal Stadium is safe, welcoming, well-maintained, and ready to support Sun Devil Baseball at the highest level. Ensures that goals and objectives are met with strict adherence to NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of Sun Devil Athletics, the University, and the Arizona Board of Regents.

Requirements

BACHELOR'S degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations.
Demonstrated knowledge of University and Arizona Board of Regents policies and procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices pertaining to operations and facility maintenance.
Demonstrated knowledge of budget management.
Demonstrated knowledge of University safety codes.
Evidence of skill in effective oral and written communication.
Evidence of skill in managing, supervising, and evaluating staff and coordinating the work of others.
Evidence of skill in problem-solving and decision-making.
Evidence of skill in effective customer service.
Demonstrated ability to promote the image of Sun Devil Athletics within the surrounding communities, both internal and external by developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to stimulate changes in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institution’s sustainability programs.
Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with event management and running Division I Baseball games
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and Big-12 principles and practices related to the sport of Baseball and field requirements including turf management and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Directs operational budget development and maintenance, and monitoring compliance and athlete eligibility for an intercollegiate athletics program to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the program.
Performs administrative functions with maintaining, planning, organizing, and directing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Phoenix Municipal Stadium, the home venue for Sun Devil Baseball.
Collaborates with the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Operations and Facilities in formulating and carrying out policies and procedures relating to the development, organization, and operational activities of the stadium.
Develops objectives based on department goals.
Serves as the departmental liaison with the cities of Tempe and Phoenix, outside vendors and concessionaires, and with the University Facilities Operations department.
Serves as a resource for the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Operations and Facilities regarding trends and requirements with the stadium.
Collaborates with the baseball coaching staff regarding possible stadium operational and facility needs and concerns in order to provide successful and seamless practice sessions and competition events.
Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates employees for maintenance and events services.
Holds regular meetings with all staff.
Monitors work in progress and conducts regular inspections of the facility, addressing and directing maintenance and ground issues.
Implements corrective action as required.
Is responsible for contacting and collaborating with required areas of the University Facilities and Operations staff as needed for specific maintenance needs outside of the playing and practice fields.
Oversees and manages budget for Phoenix Municipal Stadium.
Prepares financial reports and data for assisting in preparation of long- and short-term goals.
Collaborates with the city of Phoenix regarding utilities costs, construction projects, and other issues relating to use of facility.
Oversees all concessions and rental activities and their staffing, collaborating with specific athletic department events coordinator staff.
Collaborates with the city of Tempe and city of Phoenix when necessary.
Schedules and coordinates outside vendor for regular cleaning of stadium.
Attends and contributes to weekly administrative meetings with facilities staff and events staff.
Ensures strict adherence to NCAA and Big-12 rules and regulations.
Develops and implements sustainability initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletic Director.