Athletic Events & Facilities Operations Specialist; Part-tim

Athletic Events & Facilities Operations Specialist (Part-time)

Position

Description:

The Athletic Events & Facilities Operations Specialist assists with maintaining & preparing facilities to ensure a safe, clean, & professional environment for student-athletes, staff, & spectators. This role primarily assists with pre- and post-event set-up and teardown, but may also include seasonal facility maintenance, cleaning, & equipment operation & assisting with special events.

Hours will vary depending on the number of events each week. Work will be conducted predominantly during nights and weekends.

High School Diploma or GED. Valid driver’s license in good standing.

• 1 year of Facility or Event experience
• Experience operating cleaning equipment preferred.

Salary: $17 per hour, working no more than 999 hours per fiscal year

• Predominately assist with teardown and post-event cleanup, returning facilities to game-ready and daily-use condition efficiently and safely.
• Occasionally, provide on-site support during or after collegiate athletic events, tournaments, and practices to troubleshoot facility issues and ensure a positive experience for athletes, staff, and fans.
• On occasion, assist with setting up for athletic contests, championships, commencements, and special events, including seating, signage, equipment, and media areas.
• Assist with preparing collegiate athletic facilities, including stadiums, arenas, practice fields, courts, weight rooms, locker rooms, and support areas, to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for student-athletes, staff, and fans.
• Perform exterior maintenance, including snow removal, debris clearance, and preparation of fields and courts for practices and competitions.
• Safely operate and maintain equipment such as auto floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, high-pressure washers, high-speed floor buffers, and vacuums.
• Pre- and post- event cleaning, including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and shampooing floors and carpets as needed, including high-traffic areas used by student-athletes and spectators.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms according to established procedures and restock dispensers to support large-scale events.
• Lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. safely, including athletic equipment, event supplies, and furniture.
• Ensure safety equipment such as nets, padding, goal posts, and mats are properly installed and in good condition.
• On occasion, install or disconnect and store audio-visual equipment, including PA systems and scoreboards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of the athletic department and events.

Contact:
Jordan Flegler
Name:
Jordan Flegler
Email: j_flegler
Phone:

Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check:
Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

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