JOB
The Assistant Athletic Director of Operations and Facilities works under the Executive Director of Athletics and plays a crucial role in overseeing the operations and logistical aspects of the Athletics Department, with specific focus on facilities management, event coordination and select day-to-day administrative functions. The position collaborates and works closely with various stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation of athletic programs and events. Additional information about the department and Utah Tech Athletics can be found online at https://utahtechtrailblazers.com/.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Facilities Management: Oversees the maintenance, scheduling, and usage of all athletics facilities, including scoreboards, ensuring that facilities are well-maintained and meet the needs of various sports programs.Oversees setup and takedown of equipment for all athletics events.Oversees the procurement, distribution, installation, and maintenance of athletic venue equipment and supplies.Serves as liaison with Facilities Management, Campus Scheduling, and Risk ManagementCreates work orders for needed maintenance or repairs in athletic facilities.Coordinates with Building Management on the moving or repair of large items prior to events.Meets with athletics facilities Landscape Management, Custodial, and Building Maintenance personnel monthly to discuss upcoming scheduled events and coverage needs. Event Coordination: Coordinates the logistics of game day events, including staffing, security, ticketing, concessions, parking, and fan experience.Collaborates with key stakeholders to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for all student-athletes, coaches, fans, and guests.Coordinates with NCAA and conference stakeholders to oversee the proper hosting of game officials.Administrative Functions: Works closely with the Executive Director of Athletics to oversee all athletics’ capital projects.Oversees the recruitment, hiring, and compliance of all part-time staff, including managing the part-time staff budget.Contributes to the development and execution of the department’s strategic plan and goals.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time professional staff (overtime-exempt) position. Annual salary of $51,000-$56,500, depending on qualifications and experience. Desired start date of July/August 2024. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details. ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins June 3, 2024. Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action and within its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies: Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Abby DeFeo - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695. The University provides key institutional information regarding Academics, Campus Safety, Student Services, Employment Laws, and other requirements per the Higher Education Act and other consumer information requirements to prospective students, students, UT employees, and prospective employees online at https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/ and https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-act/. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.