Manager, Arena Operations - 004682 at University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number	004682
Position Title	Manager, Arena Operations - 004682
Division	Athletics
Department	220403 - Mitchell Center Facility & Cust Ops
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and three years of experience in an operational management function of an arena, convention center or stadium. Related experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary	The University of South Alabama’s Mitchell Center is seeking to hire a Manager, Arena Operations. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

Directs and coordinates logistical activities of the department to obtain optimum efficiency and economy or operations while maximizing income by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors/employees. Responsible for all facility operations and services including but not limited to: arena and event setup, equipment inventory and maintenance, in house custodial services, exterior custodial services support, and facility representative for sub-contractor work performance. Oversees all aspects of the operations department including event conversions, building and grounds maintenance, custodial services, building equipment and safety procedures. Initiates and provides direction in event planning, administering budgets, cost control measures and superior guest services. Supervises expenditures of capital and operating funds and maintains controls to ensure budget appropriations are not exceeded. Serves as liaison between building and clients regarding technical and operational issues such as staffing, power distribution, rigging and equipment use. Hires, schedules, supervises and trains conversion crews, maintenance personnel, contract labor sources, event specific crews and custodial service personnel. Performs operations and custodial service staff annual evaluations. Ensures, directs and supervises proper inventory controls of equipment and supplies. Coordinates with the Arena Director, Ticket Manager and Event Services Manager to determine seating layout to meet objectives of promoters and clients and ensures all aspects of the facility are prepared, orchestrated and implemented in a timely manner. Oversees the modification of equipment and/or seating to accommodate the specific needs of each event. Inspects, maintains and schedules repair to the Mitchell Center, Moulton Tower area and Chi Omega Amphitheater and related equipment in a timely and efficient manner. Verifies and approves time sheets/cards for operations department personnel. Obtains bids, proposals and negotiates contracts for repair and maintenance of building projects for management approval. Maintains an on-going line of communication with management personnel, subordinate personnel and warranted exterior entities concerning specific duties. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	04/07/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days	Monday - Friday
Working Hours	7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Location	Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Regular or Temporary	Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • Less than High School
   • High School Diploma or equivalent
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
   • Less than 1 year
   • Between 1 - 3 years
   • Between 3 - 5 years
   • Between 5 - 7 years
   • More than 7 years
6. * How did you hear about this position?
   • USA website
   • LinkedIn
   • Zip Recruiter
   • Indeed
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
   • Facebook
   • Word of mouth
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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