Asst Director Facilities, Events, and Ops
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Title: Asst Director Facilities, Events, and Ops
Position Number: 999646
Unit/Department: Athletics
FTE: 100%
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications of the selected candidate
Department Summary:
Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.
The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.
Job Summary:
Drake Athletics is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the opening of Assistant Director of Facilities, Events and Operations. Reporting to Director of Facilities and Events, the Assistant Director will be responsible for the day-to-day scheduling of the Drake University athletics facilities for athletics team practices, student groups, and other special events. The Assistant Director will oversee the management of events which includes coordinating, training, and supervising Event Staff for the Drake-hosted events. Assistant Director of Facilities and Events plays a key role in the facility maintenance and management of Intercollegiate Athletics facilities with an emphasis on safety, functionality, and presentation. Responsible for ensuring facilities are at or above Division I expectations. This position will work nights, weekends, and possibly holidays. Other duties as assigned.
All of the essential job duties described below require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and Drake University.
Minimum Qualifications:
Baccalaureate Degree – knowledge of specialized principles or techniques normally obtained through a four-year college/university academic program or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program directly related to the type of work being performed
1-3 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
Job Duties:
- 40% - Coordinate day-to-day aspects of operation and maintenance for assigned athletics facilities.
- 30% - Administer Drake Athletics, campus, and external events as assigned.
- 10% - Maintain inventory and functionality of all athletics facility equipment.
- 10% - Liaison with Facility Services and coordinate facility work orders.
- 5% - Assist in the execution of NCAA Championships, Conference Championships, Drake Sports Camps, and external events.
- 5% - Provides other duties as assigned.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email hannah.onken@drake.edu
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
