Maryville College · 3 weeks ago
Assistant Athletic Director, Facilities & Event Operations
Maryville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $52K/yr
3+ years expMaryville College is a nationally ranked institution of higher learning, and they are seeking an Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities & Event Operations. This position provides leadership and oversight for athletics facilities and game-day event operations, ensuring safety and operational standards are met while managing scheduling, staffing, and coordination with various campus departments.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead scheduling, access, and operational planning for Athletics facilities
Serve as a primary contact for Physical Plant, Campus Safety, and external groups using athletic spaces
Participate in planning meetings for practices, home events, and summer camps
Communicate operational needs with coaches, officials, and campus partners
Recruit, train, schedule, and provide on-site supervision of student workers supporting facilities and game-day operations, ensuring adherence to safety and service standards
Maintain facility usage records and scheduling systems
Track facility condition and coordinate maintenance requests
Support safety protocols, risk management procedures, and emergency response readiness during events
Maintain documentation related to facility readiness and operational standards
Collaborate with Physical Plant, Campus Safety, Finance, Human Resources, and other departments to support facility access and operations
Serve as liaison with officials, visiting teams, contractors, and vendors for home events
Support external groups or rental events approved for athletic spaces
Identify and pursue revenue-generating opportunities through athletic facility rentals, external events, and facility sponsorships, ensuring alignment with college policies and supporting Athletics operational sustainability
Lead logistics for home varsity athletic events including setup, access, staffing, and teardown
Ensure equipment, signage, scoreboards, and audio/visual elements are operational for events
Manage event flow, crowd service, safety, and troubleshooting during games
Coordinate work orders, repairs, and facility improvements with Physical Plant
Provide input into facility and event operations budgets, staffing needs, and equipment planning
Ensure event and facility operations are executed within established departmental resources
Coordinate facility work orders, repairs, and capital improvement requests with Physical Plant
Support planning for capital projects and facility upgrades
Contributes to facility planning discussions and capital project needs
Supports campus events and external rentals when approved
NOTE: Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty, and students
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
3–5 years of experience in athletic administration, event management, facility operations, or related field
Experience supervising staff or student workers
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, event-based environment
Knowledge of facility operations and event management practices
Ability to supervise and motivate student workers
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work evenings and weekends during athletic seasons
Valid driver's license (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
Maintain MC transportation driving requirements
Pass NCAA rules test annually; maintain First Aid/CPR certifications as required
Frequent walking between facilities and event locations
Must occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds
Regular communication via phone, radio, and in person
Frequent evening and weekend work during athletic seasons
Ability to operate campus vehicles (vans/carts)
Ability to operate scoreboards, audio/visual equipment, and event technology
Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, printer, scanner)
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Familiarity with NCAA Division III philosophy, preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
A generous paid time off program
A retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%
Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents
Company
Maryville College
Maryville College is a nationally-ranked institution of higher learning and one of America’s oldest colleges.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Berry
Chief Operations Officer
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