Associate Athletic Director, Capital Projects & Operations

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number SAECC4121 Advertised Title Associate Athletic Director, Capital Projects & Operations Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 001842 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department Athletic Administration Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area and six (6) years experience in capital projects, facilities management, and/or operations at the NCAA Division I Level OR Master’s Degree in relevant area and four (4) years of experience in related area.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

Initial screening of applications will begin immediately.

The department is especially interested in applicants with experience in strategic planning and execution.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Will require work beyond normal schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. May require travel as needed.

Posting Date 02/18/2025 Closing Date Open Until Screening Begins Yes Hiring Range $85,000 - $90,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised

Full-time facility, grounds and events staff

Interns and student workers

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong organizational skills.

Knowledge of athletic facility procedures.

Ability to climb ladders, and lift at least 50 lbs.

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Additional Position Information

Must be able to comply with Athletic Department, University, Board of Trustees, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

Capital Projects

• Lead every aspect of facility projects relating to athletics including, but not limited to, organizing the request for proposal or request for quote process, managing of the budget and approval process, overseeing design and construction vendors and process, and approving all interior and exterior design elements
• Serve as the primary contact for the University facilities management to ensure appropriate coordination with University policies and procedures
• Work in conjunction with the Senior Deputy Athletics Director on the development and execution of the Athletics Master Facility plan
• Primary contact for 19 Varsity programs to determine current and future facility needs
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilities and Event Management

• Supervise facilities and operations staff to ensure appropriate maintenance of facilities, including coordinating and updating staff on upcoming renovation and construction projects
• Work with Assistant AD of Facilities & Operations on scheduling and budgeting for all internal and external events taking place within Athletics facilities
• Supervise event management and championship staff to provide support to gameday event operations, including assisting with bids for post-season tournaments, as needed
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

Sport Administration

• Serve as the primary or secondary sport administrator for all issues related to respective sports program. Should exercise proactive leadership to resolve concerns for coaches, student-athletes, and/or support staff assigned to the respective sport
• Provide leadership, advice, counsel, oversight, and guidance for each assigned program
• Attend practices, home and away games as needed to fully comprehend the culture and challenges of assigned program
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

Administrative

• Lead the budget planning for game day staff, daily maintenance, facility improvement and capital projects. Operate within the confines of the budget
• Provide annual evaluations for personnel under direct supervision
• Attend and participate in department and staff meetings and events
• Represent the University of Memphis in a positive manner at any events on or off campus through community engagement, outreach, and public speaking engagements
• Be knowledgeable of and fully comply with all appropriate rules and regulations of the University of Memphis, the American Athletic Conference, and the NCAA
  
  

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a valid driver's license?
• YES
• NO
• Do you possess a Master's degree?
• yes
• no
  

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References List
  
  

Optional Documents