What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Game Operations position at Auburn?

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4276P

Home Org Name

Event Management Expenses

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Director, Game Operations

Job Class Code

BA12

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Athletics is seeking a dedicated leader to serve as the Director of Game Operations. This individual will direct and execute the game day operations for designated Auburn University athletic sporting events.

Why should YOU consider a career with Auburn University?

Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the State of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years!
Competitive employee benefits state retirement plan.
Tuition assistance for you and your dependents.
Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!)
The satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie / working-for-auburn.

It's a Lifestyle : The Auburn / Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn / Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple : it's time to come home!

Essential Functions

Serves as the point of contact and liaison for all event management aspects of assigned sports and events.

Assigned sports include Soccer, WBB , Softball, & Football Command Post. Performs other duties assigned for sports game day as needs are determined.

Plans, organizes, and implements procedures to ensure the safety and compliance of athletic event programs for assigned gameday event planning.

Responsible for assisting with football gameday event responsibilities for concourse and gate operations in addition to other aspects as assigned by event management leadership.

Oversee the Assistant Director, student worker program & graduate assistants to fully execute duties.

Executes and ensures proper set-up and breakdown of athletic events following deadlines and safety regulations.

Ensures assigned athletic events are conducted in accordance with university, local, federal, National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ), and Southeastern Conference ( SEC ) rules and regulations.

Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ) and Southeastern Conference ( SEC ) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Full supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree

Experience :

3 years of experience in gameday operations and athletic event management is required. Experience must include previous experience supervising and / or leading others.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Proven ability to communicate clearly & to listen effectively.

Ability to work well within a team environment and comfortable completing tasks independently.

Must be able to work non-traditional hours during events.

Ability to thrive on working in a fast-paced environment with the proven ability to multi-task.

Ability to provide exceptional customer service to clients.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

52,710 - $89,610

Job Category

Athletics Support

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

7 : 45a - 4 : 45p, M-F, nights and weekends as needed

City position is located in :

Auburn

State position is located :

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

02 / 24 / 2025

Closing Date

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity (AA / EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https : / / www.auemployment.com / postings / 51304

Salary : $52,710 - $89,610

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Director, Game Operations job openings

Director, Game Operations

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Game Operations position at Auburn?

What is the career path for a Director, Game Operations?

Job openings at Auburn

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Director, Game Operations jobs in the Auburn, AL area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Director, Game Operations jobs in the Auburn, AL area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!