Director of Athletic Operations
University of Cincinnati

Job Info

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Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion. About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats.

UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.387 overall GPA in the fall of 2021 with 78 percent earning spots on the Honor Roll.

Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for a Senior Coordinator Athletic Operations to work in the Operations & Facilities unit. This is a full-time position, salaried, with a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate will be expected to supervise Operations in coordination with Event Management and Facilities peers in the preparation and use of university athletic facilities for practices and events while following all departmental, university, conference, and NCAA policies and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate facility setup in various configurations needed for team and group usage. Supervise and assist with setup and tear down of physical facilities, including but not limited to the setup of tables, chairs, stages, lighting, bleachers, baskets, volleyball floor, score tables, etc. Ensure facilities are game day ready.
• Serve as the Game and Event Manager for a variety of events held in athletic venues.
• Serve as point of contact for public safety, parking services, facilities management, outside agencies, promoters and visiting teams.
• Monitor completion and track expenses of work orders for athletic facilities.
• Hire and train student employees and external labor groups to assist in events and changeovers. Track expenses associated with labor.
• Responsible for equipment upkeep through regular inspections, tracking, and maintenance coordination. Proposes purchasing plans for replacement of worn out and outdated equipment.
• Serve as liaison for housekeeping and grounds. Meet regularly with Housekeeping and Grounds Supervisors to discuss daily, weekly, and monthly priorities.
• Responsible for organization and lay out of athletic controlled storage spaces on main campus and off campus sites.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of related work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

The individual in this position must be able to work evening and weekend hours.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Sitting - Continuously

Standing - Seldom

Walking - Seldom

Bending - Seldom

Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Seldom

Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom

Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.

Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.

Application Process

• Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume.
• All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.
• Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

Compensation and BenefitsUC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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