Assistant Director, Facilities, Operations and Event Management

Assistant Director, Facilities, Operations and Event Management

California State University, Long Beach Long Beach, CA

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Job Summary

This position works independently to provide administrative and operational leadership in the planning, coordination, and execution of NCAA Division I athletic contests, special events, campus activities, and external rentals. The Assistant Director of Facilities, Operations and Event Management serves as a primary resource for event logistics, departmental administration, game management, staffing, budgeting, and coordination with campus partners and external stakeholders to ensure successful and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates departmental administrative functions including scheduling, purchasing, contracts, budget tracking, payroll processing, event documentation, operational reporting, and departmental procedures. Develops standardized processes that improve efficiency and organizational effectiveness.
• Provides leadership for the planning, coordination, and execution of all NCAA Division I home contests, championships, special events, and external rentals. Oversees staffing, scheduling, event logistics, customer service, payroll coordination, facility readiness, and operational execution while ensuring compliance with University, conference, and NCAA requirements.
• Recruits, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates student assistants, casual workers, interns and event supervisors. Develops staffing plans, operational manuals, and training programs to ensure consistent event execution and customer service.
• Coordinates event budgets, purchase requisitions, contracts, invoices, payroll, and operational expenditures while monitoring fiscal accountability and assisting with financial reporting.
• Provides administrative support for departmental initiatives, NCAA and conference championships, strategic planning efforts, operational assessments, and special projects as assigned.
• Assists with special projects for the department as needed.

Department

Athletics

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Athletics Admin Professional II

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources. CSU Classification Salary Range:
The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,908 (Step #1) - $7,150 (Step #20) per month.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being. To Be Eligible For Full Benefits, Employees Must Be Appointed At Least Half-time (.50 FTE) With An Appointment Lasting More Than Six Months And One Day. Benefits Eligibility And Offerings May Vary Based On Appointment Type, Classification, And Applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Eligible Employees May Have Access To a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Can Include:

• Paid Time Off:
  Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans:
  Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits:
  Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits:
  Wellness programs,…