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Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Operations

University of North Carolina Charlotte
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/5/2026
Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Operations
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions (see the job duties section of previous employment).
  • Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
  • Please upload reference information, including names, position titles, and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors. The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Position Information
General Information

Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Position Number 012581
NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC10
Classification Title University Program Specialist - Contributing
Working Title Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Operations
Salary Range $41,028 - $56,414
Anticipate Hiring Range $41,028 - $51,285
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Athletics
Department Athletics (Adm)
Work Unit Athletics Admin/Support
Work Schedule
8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required in conjunction with athletic event schedules.
Primary Purpose of Position
This position serves as the Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities and Event Operations. Under the leadership and guidance of the Associate Athletic Director of Facilities and Events, this position is responsible for the management of athletic events to support the mission of the department. This position provides professional event services and facility management for the campus and the greater Charlotte community.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
Essential Job Duties
  • The Associate Director is responsible for the daily operation, management, and safety of athletic events.
  • This position serves as the event manager for assigned sports.
  • The incumbent, in coordination with the Assistant Director of Facilities and Events, manages and directs all aspects of events and ensures the department provides a high level of customer service.
  • Responsibilities of this position include safety, coordination of event set-ups, oversight of planned routine maintenance & repairs for assigned facilities, as well as the Athletic Facilities and Event Interns.
  • Develops and implements operating policies and procedures.
  • Develops and updates the Emergency Action Plan for athletic facilities in collaboration with the Emergency Management department.
  • Responsible for coordinating the use of athletic facilities for all scheduled University and community events.
  • Responsible for the production and modification of the Game Day Operations Manual and provides specific Game Day information in organized formats to all involved parties.
  • Will also coordinate with campus departments for facility support as needed (Police, Parking, Facilities Management, Recycling, Waste Management).
Other Work Responsibilities
  • The incumbent is expected to collaborate and take an active role in all athletic department facility operations.
  • Collaborates with fellow Facilities and Events staff on EAPs for Athletic Events.
  • Trains temp and student staff on safety and evacuation procedures.
  • Ability to evaluate and implement ideas and best practices for the safety and security of all athletic facilities and events.
  • Works diligently to promote a positive relationship with on-campus and off-campus groups.
  • All communications and work products produced must meet the expected high level of a professional.
  • Attention to detail is critical.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
  • Experience with direct supervision of full-time staff, interns, and/or student staff.
  • Budget management experience.
  • Extensive experience in managing large-scale events, conferences, and sporting events, including facility and venue operations, with demonstrated expertise in crowd management, safety, and security.
  • Experience in college athletics with prior facility and event management experience in a university setting.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Work Location Athletic Facilities
Posting date 09/17/2026
Closing date 09/24/2026
Proposed Hire Date 10/05/2026
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions (see the job duties section of previous employment).
  • Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application. These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
  • Please upload reference information, including names, position titles, and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors. The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • UNC Charlotte Website
    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
    • Another Website
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Other
  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience?
    • Yes - I have at least a Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience
    • Yes - I have an Associate's degree with at least three of related experience
    • Yes - I have a High School Diploma /GED with at least five years of related experience
    • No
  4. * Do you have experience with direct supervision of full-time staff, interns, and/or student staff? If yes, please explain your experience.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Do you have budget management experience? Please explain your experience.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Do you have experience in managing large-scale events, conferences, and sporting events, including facility and venue operations, with demonstrated expertise in crowd management, safety, and security? Please explain your experience.

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Do you have experience in college athletics with prior facility and event management experience in a university setting? Please explain.

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References
Optional Documents

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.


 

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