Binghamton, New York, Binghamton University, a NCAA Division I institution and member of the America East Conference, is seeking an Athletics Facilities and Operations Assistant position (full-time, college year).
This position will:
- Provide support with athletic facility scheduling including intercollegiate team practices, university users, and outside organization users
- Assist with managing a variety of student staff and professional, experienced event staff; including oversight of advertising, hiring, scheduling, payroll, and evaluation
- Participate in all aspects of athletic facility, event and operations logistics, which could include but are not limited to: field and venue preparation, event setup and teardown, operating athletic equipment, snow removal, set-up/removal of signage, preparing for visiting team/official arrival, etc.
- Serve as a liaison for Binghamton Athletics to spectators, competitors, vendors, officials, volunteers, etc.
- Serve as game/event manager, as assigned by supervisor, for designated home athletic/non-athletic events, any/all post-season competition, and all basketball games
- Meet with clients and/or university officials and submit service requests accordingly
- Establish and maintain scheduling and maintenance of all department owned/leased vans
- Submit Service Requests as needed
- Attend training, safety programs, and meetings as designated by the supervisor
- Uphold all NCAA, New York State, Binghamton University, and Athletic Department rules and regulations while remaining in compliance with Division 1 athletics and NCAA legislation Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (or higher)
At least one year of experience in athletic facility and event management
Experience supervising/managing professional and/or student events staff
Understanding of athletic games, events, and competitions
Ability to work longs hours, in an ever-changing work environment; including standing, sitting, lifting in all weather conditions
Non-traditional work schedule; must be able and available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred:
Experience in NCAA division 1 athletics and/or other athletic venues
Experience executing contracts, invoices, and budgeting
The ability to setup, troubleshoot and operate various scoring systems, videoboards, public address systems and athletic equipment
Knowledge of athletic facilities, events, and competitions; including event operations and maintenance equipment including methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in athletic facilities and events
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.