Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, Equipment and Events

Grinnell College - Grinnell, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Grinnell, IA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, Equipment and Events at Grinnell College is responsible for managing the college's PEAR facilities and equipment, as well as coordinating internal and external athletic events. This role aims to enhance the user and student experience while fostering an inclusive culture within the Athletic Department. The position involves supervising a team, overseeing event logistics, and ensuring effective communication with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Management of Varsity Athletic Events, including scheduling and coordination of professional and student staff, communications to visiting teams, officials, and spectators, and serving as gameday administration.
• Supervision of PEAR facilities and equipment management, including four direct reports, risk and liability concerns, inventory processes, and working with Facilities Management on maintenance and capital projects.
• Manage and coordinate all student employment procedures, policies, and processes within PEAR.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervisor or athletic administrator.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification required; can be completed after hire
• Three years or more of work experience
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Ability to adapt to changing situations
• Strong planning and organizing skills alongside the ability to be individually efficient
• Experience leading individuals in a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred