Careers at the University of Massachusetts Lowell

General Summary of Position:
The Athletic Facilities and Events Operation staff currently oversees the following athletic campus facilities: Costello Athletic Center, Cushing Soccer and Lacrosse Field, Cushing Field Hockey and Track & Field Complex, River View Softball Field, Mahoney Gymnasium, Edward A. LeLacheur Park.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Assist the Assistant Athletics Director for Events and Operations with all services related to the management ofmultiple athletic facilities and the Event Management of 16 Division I sports:
  • Ensure all America East Conference and NCAA guidelines are followed
  • Oversee part-time athletic operations staff
  • Assist in scheduling management for events and practices
  • Supervise external groups utilizing the facilities for events, etc.
  • Supervise setup and breakdown of home athletic contests
  • Prepare facility for external and internal events
  • Assist internal departments, as directed, with logistical needs for event operations
  • Assist with daily laundering of athletic equipment and uniforms
•  Assist with oversight of administrative functions within the Athletic Facilities and Event Management office:
  • Assist with inventory controls for Athletic equipment, computers, keys, etc.
  • Report facility maintenance issues and facilitate necessary action and/or resolution
  • Ensure proper condition of all athletic equipment
  • Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings
• Promote the University’s commitment to customer service by:
  • Building effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.
  • Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information.
  • Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.
• Full compliance with all NCAA and conference rules and regulations is required. All employees must have a full understanding of applicable NCAA rules and participate in compliance workshops and meetings as requested. In the event there is reasonable cause to believe a violation has occurred, employees will report it in a timely manner to the director of athletics or his/her designee.

• WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Frequent evenings and weekends work
  • Performs various manual tasks in relation to Athletic Events

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education Required: Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: 1-2 years related experience in intercollegiate Athletics

Additional Considerations: (If applicable)

• Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Experience working effectively in diverse environments.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.

This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position.   

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.  Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.