Operations Specialist

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Classification

Title:

Stage/Production Coord II

Working Title: Operations Specialist

Brief

Position Overview:

Position Number 4N0307

Department: Brick Breeden Fieldhouse

Division: Auxiliary Services

Appointment Type: Classified

Contract Term: Fiscal Year

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Salary: $25.251 per hour

FTE: 1.0

Benefits Eligible: Eligible

Contract Type: Classified

Recruitment Type: Open

Working as part of the Sports Facilities Operations Team and reporting to the Operations Manager, Operations Specialists work to successfully execute events. This position is responsible for the on-site management and coordination of event operations staff and equipment during day to day activities and on event days. Works individually or with the team to:

• Perform duties related to set-up/tear-down, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of day to day and special operational equipment.
• Equipment includes such things as the basketball floor, seats, bleachers, tables, chairs, stage, pipe and drape, operation of related vehicles, podiums, etc.
• Assist with Bobcat Stadium facility operations, turf management, and ice/snow management
• Event specific: supervise a crew of up 30 students and up to 35 stagehands (may assist with hiring, training, scheduling, etc)
• And actively contribute to the success of the department by performing other duties as needed in support of the department’s mission

Required:

• Experience in event and building operations or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Experience setting up, operating, maintaining and/or troubleshooting operational equipment (examples: bleachers, stage, chairs, pipe/drape, etc).
• Experience providing excellent customer service to a variety of individuals.

• Advanced degree and/or certification in a related field.
• Experience working in a University setting and/or athletic facility.
• Leadership/Supervisory experience coordinating, scheduling, and directing the work of others.
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts, man-lifts, tractors, and pickup trucks. Please list any certifications.
• Experience with event production.

• Troubleshoot and repair operational equipment
• Exhibit an excellent customer service attitude
• Maintain composure while under stress and pressure to meet the time sensitive demands of the job while working with a broad spectrum of personalities
• Possess strong computer skills
• Be self-motivated, flexible and adapt to frequently changing priorities
• Exercise good judgment and exhibit consistent decision making skills
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and clientele
• Successfully organize and prioritize daily duties
• Accurately follow and communicate verbally or in writing standard instructions and procedures
• Work effectively with minimal supervision
• Work successfully independently or in a team environment
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public
• Represent the department to others in a professional and courteous manner

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. Please do not send a copy of your driver’s license at this time. (If the successful candidate possesses a valid out of state driver’s license, candidate must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days.)
• Will work outside in inclement weather.
• Will work evenings, weekends, long hours, consecutive days during busy periods, and occasional holidays as the event schedule demands.
• Will work all home football games.
• Must have or be able to obtain certification for the operation of a fork lift, scissor lift, and boom lift.

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