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University of Missouri-Columbia · 3 days ago

Event Technology Operations Manager – Intercollegiate Athletics

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$21/hr - $24.50/hr

2+ years exp

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking an Event Technology Operations Manager to operate, maintain, and advance the wide range of permanent and mobile audio, video, lighting, scoring, and communication systems that support athletic and non-athletic events. This role involves overseeing technology operations for competitions, practices, and special events, ensuring reliable event execution and long-term innovation.

Higher Education

Diversity & Inclusion

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain a variety of permanent and mobile audio, video, lighting, scoring, timing, house lighting, specialty lighting, and communication systems

Design, build, and run live, in-arena video board shows via Daktronics Show Control studio

Ensure systems are fully available, prepared, and optimized for athletics competitions, practices, and special events

Participate in primary event management planning and consultation to support consistent and effective use of technology

Review, establish, and update operating processes and procedures for sport and non-sport event technology

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and fan/student-athlete experience

Maintain documentation, training, and standard operating procedures for staff and event support teams

Routinely consult with coaches, athletics staff, and event managers to align technology needs with event goals

Collaborate and coordinate with other Mizzou Sports Technology groups to support broad departmental technology functions

Serve as liaison with campus IT, Facilities, and third-party vendors to integrate technology solutions

Support the recruitment, training, and supervision of part-time or student event technology staff

Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support during live events

Assist with multi-year planning for upgrades, replacements, and new technology integrations

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Ensure compliance with University, NCAA, and SEC event operation policies and procedures

Qualification

Audio/Video SystemsLighting SystemsDaktronics Show ControlEvent ManagementTechnical TroubleshootingTrainingProcess ImprovementCollaboration

Required

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred

Prior experience in Athletics or Business Operations is preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

The University of Missouri-Columbia offers a comprehensive range of programs, services, and activities as a public research university.

Founded in 2011

Columbia, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

https://missouri.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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