Associate Director of Operations (PMAC)

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Job Posting Title:

Associate Director of Operations (PMAC)

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Associate Director of Operations (PMAC)

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Ops - FG - MG - EM - Pete Maravich Assembly Center (Bryan Paar (00064256))

Work Location:

South Stadium Dormitory

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Equity, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters.  Forever LSU.

The Associate Director of Athletic Operations primary responsibilities include overall management of the Pete Maravich Assembly Center (PMAC) including but not limited to staffing, event and facility management, construction, purchasing, policy administration, booking, budget, security, and related operations.

50% VENUE MANAGEMENT - Coordinates maintenance issues and determine the need of maintenance or repairs. Oversees improvements 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 including organization and maintaining storage. Serves as after-hours contact. As needed, develops and oversees progress against high-level work plans, schedules, and budgets for large projects.

30% EVENT/GAME DAY MANAGEMENT - Responsible for leading and/or assisting game-day venue management 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 with special events, as needed. Primary Game Manager for Men’s Basketball. 

10% Participate in planning and execution of events including, but not limited to, women’s basketball, gymnastics and volleyball events, meetings, banquets, holiday parties, concerts and graduations. Assist as liaison between internal departments and external clients. Attend departmental and building meetings. Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, SEC  and University rules and regulations.
 

5% Responsible for recruiting, training, supervising and evaluating professional, civil service and student staff. Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised. 

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field with three years experience n arena or stadium facility management; Individuals who do not possess a four year degree or a degree in the specific/related discipline, but who otherwise possess extraordinary credentials or experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in sports Management or related field; Four years relevant experience at the NCAA Division I level; Proficiency using EMS facility and event scheduling software and Sling employee scheduling software

Special or Physical Requirements:  

Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours. Job requires occasional lifting of objects up to 50 lbs.; In accordance with University PS-18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure; Pre-employment physical is required.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

October 25, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.